Jokic leads Nuggets to 118-102 win over Suns

The Denver Nuggets came out victorious against Phoenix Suns in Game 5 of the Western Conference semi-finals playoffs and take a narrow 3-2 lead on Tuesday night.

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— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) May 10, 2023

Nikola Jokic led the way for the Denver team as he bagged home 29 points, along with 13 rebounds and 12 assists.

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Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray each scored 19 points, while Aaron Gordon added another 10. Bruce Brown had a staggering game, notching a 25 points and five rebounds from the bench.

Devin Brooker was the highest scorer for the Suns with 28 points, six rebounds and 4 assists. Kevin Durant had 26 points and 11 rebounds, achieving double figures in both stats, Deandre Ayton added another 14 points and 9 rebounds.

Game 6 will be held on Thursday in Phoenix, where the Suns have lost only one game in the playoffs and they will be looking to continue that form to get back in the franchise.