Nikola Jokic, Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets
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When the Nuggets lose like this, they marvel at Nikola Jokic, explain they are frustrated and then nothing changes.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pushed the the Thunder past Denver in a 112-105 win for a 3-2 series lead with clutch finish in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals.
Nikola Jokic has posted historic numbers throughout the season. As he looks to earn his fourth MVP award, Jokic has averaged 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds and 10.2 assists per game. Jokic stands at top three in the league in each of those statistical categories.
The Nuggets are on the brink of elimination after a 12-point lead in the second half disappeared in Oklahoma City.