Nikola Jokic's 40-point Masterclass Helps Nuggets Take 3-2 Series Lead

Denver Moves Within One Win of Advancing

Impressive Double-Double from Superstar Big Man

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic turned in an impressive double-double to lead his team to a 112-97 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their Western Conference Semifinals series. Jokic scored 40 points and dished out 13 assists, leading the Nuggets to a pivotal 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series.

Jokic was dominant throughout the game, hitting 15-of-25 shots from the field and 9-of-10 from the free throw line. He also grabbed 8 rebounds and blocked 3 shots in a well-rounded performance. The Serbian star has now scored 30 or more points in all five games of the series and has recorded a double-double in each of the last three games.

With the win, the Nuggets are now just one win away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals. Game 6 of the series will be played in Denver on Tuesday night. The Timberwolves will need to win at least one game in Denver to force a Game 7.