Denver Nuggets go 2-0 in playoffs for first time in 14 years

DENVER (KDVR) — The Denver Nuggets are on fire this playoff season with a 2-0 lead for the first time since 2009.

During Wednesday’s game against Minnesota, the Nuggets snatched away any hope the Timberwolves had at tying the series 1-1. Jamal Murray scored 40 points and Michael Porter Jr. had 13 of his 16 in the fourth quarter, powering the Nuggets past the Timberwolves 122-113.

Looking back at the Nugget’s playoff history, this is the first time the team has had a 2-0 start in 14 years. The last time this happened was during the 2008-2009 season when the Nuggets started 2-0 against the New Orleans Hornets, now known as the New Orleans Pelicans, and ultimately won the series 4-1.

During…