'We had no choice': Thunder storm back to take G5
www.espn.com - TOPWednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:14:39 AM
The Oklahoma City Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 31 points, defeated the Denver Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals despite a dominant 44-point, 15-rebound performance from Nikola Jokic. The Thunder now lead the series 3-2.
What This Means: The Thunder's resilience and ability to overcome Jokic's standout performance highlight their growing competitiveness in the playoffs. This win puts them one victory away from advancing, signaling their potential as a rising force in the Western Conference.
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