Minnesota doesn't wait around, Karl-Anthony Towns avoids foul trouble and now it comes down to a win-or-go-home Game 7.
The Timberwolves dropped the Nuggets in Game 6, but will the defending champs show their mettle during Game 7 in Denver?
After Indiana was outrebounded 53-29 in Game 5 (20-5 on the offensive glass), improvement is key to avoiding elimination.
Defense, depth and the play of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have the Mavs on the cusp of the West Finals.
The Joe Dumars Trophy is awarded to the NBA player who best represents the ideals of sportsmanship on the court.
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