The Denver Nuggets have turned the tables on the Minnesota Timberwolves in their second-round playoff series, taking a 3-2 lead after a dominant performance in Game 5. Despite losing the first two games, the Nuggets rallied back with three straight wins, showcasing their championship pedigree.
Nikola Jokic, the reigning NBA MVP, put on a show in Game 5, scoring 40 points and dishing out 13 assists without a single turnover. His performance left the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year, Rudy Gobert, struggling to contain him on the court.
Fans took to social media to express their disbelief at Gobert’s inability to stop Jokic, with some even suggesting that the DPOY trophy should be rescinded. Jokic’s dominance has put the Nuggets in a prime position to close out the series in Game 6 and advance to the Western Conference Finals.
With the momentum firmly on their side, the Nuggets look poised to face either the Dallas Mavericks or the Oklahoma City Thunder in the next round. Despite a strong showing from Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves, it seems like Denver has regained their form and is ready to make another deep playoff run. Stay tuned for Game 6 to see if the Timberwolves can force a Game 7 or if the Nuggets will seal the deal and move on.