Nikola Jokic triple-double powers Nuggets past Timberwolves in Game 5

13 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · Apr 28

Jokic tallied 27 points, 12 rebounds, and 16 assists as Denver won 125-113, keeping their playoff hopes alive against a Minnesota team missing Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo due to injuries.
Spencer Jones contributed 20 points, Jamal Murray 24, and Cam Johnson 18, while Denver shot 19 percent better than in Game 4, narrowing the series deficit to 3-2.
The Nuggets extend their streak of avoiding first-round exits since 2022. Game 6 returns to Minnesota, where the Timberwolves can still clinch the series and advance to face San Antonio or Portland.

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