Nikola Jokic Leads Denver Nuggets to Game 5 Victory
Denver Star Receives Michael Jordan Trophy Before Delivering Playoff Performance
Nuggets Advance to Second Round with 112-97 Win
Nikola Jokic put on a dominant performance in Game 5 of the NBA playoffs, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 112-97 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.
Before the game, Jokic received the Michael Jordan Trophy from Commissioner Adam Silver, recognizing him as the 2021-22 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player. Undeterred by the pressure, he quickly made an impact on the game.
Jokic scored 40 points, pulled down 13 rebounds, and dished out 13 assists to record his 13th career playoff triple-double. He shot an efficient 14-of-20 from the field and dominated the game in all aspects.
The Nuggets held a comfortable lead throughout the game, frustrating the Timberwolves with their defense and executing their offense with precision. Denver shot 50% from the field compared to Minnesota's 39%.
With the win, the Nuggets advanced to the second round of the playoffs, where they will face the winner of the series between the Golden State Warriors and the Memphis Grizzlies.
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