In a stunning upset, Jamal Murray led the Denver Nuggets to victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. Despite a strained calf and suggestions from management to sit out, Murray scored 32 points, including the game-winning shot with just 3.6 seconds remaining.
Murray’s heroics not only secured the win for the Nuggets but also earned him a spot in the history books. He became the first player in 25 seasons to have multiple go-ahead shots in the final 5 seconds of a playoff series.
Nikola Jokic also put on a stellar performance, narrowly missing a triple-double with 25 points, 20 rebounds, and 9 assists. The combination of Murray and Jokic proved to be too much for LeBron James and the Lakers to handle.
Despite leading for most of the series, the Lakers couldn’t hold off the Nuggets’ grit and determination. This loss marks only the second time in his career that LeBron James has been eliminated in the first round of the playoffs.
Looking ahead, the Nuggets will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second round. While the Lakers showed resilience despite the loss, it’s clear that the Nuggets are a force to be reckoned with this postseason. Stay tuned to Forever Sports Online for more updates on the NBA playoffs.
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