Thunder outduel Nuggets late in back-and-forth G5
Briefly

In a crucial Game 5, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 112-105, securing a 3-2 series lead in their Western Conference semifinal. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shined with 31 points, leading a balanced attack where six Thunder players scored in double figures. Despite Nikola Jokic's outstanding 44 points and 15 rebounds, the Nuggets were unable to maintain their momentum. The Thunder's comeback saw them take decisive control in the final minutes, with critical shots from Jalen Williams and Gilgeous-Alexander, setting the stage for a potential series-clinching game in Denver.
Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 44-point performance from Nuggets' Nikola Jokic to win 112-105, taking a 3-2 series lead in Western Conference semifinals.
Jokic's remarkable 44 points weren't enough as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points, reinforcing their resilience in tight playoff games.
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