Injured Wolves eliminate defending champs as Jokić questions Denver's future
Why this story
Major NBA playoff shock ending Jokić's title defense - unexpected outcome in major sporting event draws wide interest.
FAN TAKE
McDaniels dropped 32 points in Game 6 — injured Wolves just proved heart beats talent in the playoffs.
CRITIC TAKE
Jokić says Denver is 'far away' from contention despite being eligible for a $293M extension this summer.
ANALYTICS VIEW
Wolves' balanced attack exposed Denver's fatal flaw — championship teams can't survive on one superstar.
Hidden Truth
Hidden truth: Injured sixth seed eliminating 58-win defending champs signals the end of superstar-dependent playoff basketball.Read the full breakdown →
Should the Nuggets offer Jokić the full $293 million extension this summer?
