Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to a crucial 125-113 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their playoff series, avoiding elimination and narrowing the series deficit to 3-2. Jokic recorded a triple-double with 27 points, 16 assists, and 12 rebounds, while Spencer Jones contributed significantly with 20 points. The Timberwolves, missing key players Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo due to injuries, struggled despite a late rally. Denver capitalized on Minnesota’s 14 first-half turnovers and maintained their lead with strong performances from Jamal Murray and Jones. The Nuggets aim to overcome a 3-1 series deficit, a feat they achieved twice in 2020. Game 6 is set for Thursday in Minneapolis.
QUESTION: How might the absence of key players like Anthony Edwards impact the Timberwolves’ chances in the rest of the series?
Jokic has a triple-double as the Nuggets stave off elimination vs. the Timberwolves with 125-113 win
