The Denver Nuggets got off to a slow start in Game 5 of their opening-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. But it’s not the style points that matter, it’s the final result, and a 112-109 victory gave the Nuggets a 4-1 series win and spot in the conference semifinals.
The Nuggets got another MVP-caliber effort from Nikola Jokic, who helped put Denver over the finish line. Jokic he finished with 28 points, 17 rebounds and 12 assists in Game 5. It was his second triple-double of the series.
A second-round effort like that will be needed from Jokic, as the Nuggets already know who their next foe is: The Phoenix Suns.
That best-of-seven is set to tip off on Saturday, giving Denver fans plenty of time to get ready to gear up and support their team.
Check out the line of the latest 2023 playoff gear for the Nuggets below: