The Denver Nuggets defeated the host Minnesota Timberwolves, 117-90, in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semi Finals at Target Center on Friday evening.

The Nuggets jumped out to an eight-point advantage after one quarter and kept the momentum going in the second to take a, 56-41, lead by halftime. The Timberwolves had no answers in the third, while the visitors poured in 37 points and pushed it to 27-point difference heading into the final frame. The Nuggets had no trouble cruising the rest of the way and closed out the much-needed win.

Nikola Jokic totaled 24 points, 14 rebounds, nine assists, three steals and three blocks, while Jamal Murray logged 24 points, four rebounds, five assists and three steals to lead the way for the Nuggets. Michael Porter also came up large with 21 points, four rebounds and a steal. The Nuggets shot 53.8 percent from the field, including 14-for-29 from deep.

Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 19 points, six rebounds, five assists and a block, in 37 minutes. Karl-Anthony Towns followed up with 14 points, five rebounds and three assists, while Mike Conley added 10 points, six rebounds, six assists and a steal.

Game 4 is scheduled for Sunday in Minnesota.