There is no more rebellion! OKC overpowered Denver after a bloody battle, winning 3-2 series. SGA and Jokichi dominated showdown matches.
May 14, 2025
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Oklahoma City beat Denver 112-105 after a fierce battle in Game 5 of the NBA's Western Conference playoff semifinals (four wins out of seven) at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA on the 14th (Korea time).
Gilles-Alexander scored 31 points, six rebounds and seven assists for Oklahoma City. He also had two steals and two block shots.
Jaylon Williams scored 18 points and eight rebounds, Isaiah Hartenstein (15 points), Chet Hommegren (14 points) and Lugetz Dot (12 points) all scored double-digit points.
Jokic (44 points) struggled for Denver. Jamal Murray also scored 28 points, but Michael Porter Jr. (2 points) and Russell Westbrook (4 points) were tightly tied to Oklahoma's defense.
Oklahoma City won the series with three wins and two losses.
The key keyword for this season's playoffs is 'rebellion'. Already, the east side is having a feast of upsets.
The No. 1 Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Indiana Pacers. You're out. The Boston Celtics are also 1-3 against the New York Knicks. Since there is no Jason Tatum, there is a strong possibility that Boston will be eliminated.
The East 2 is falling prey to the rebellion.
The Houston Rockets, ranked second in the West, were eliminated early. Oklahoma City, which is ranked first in the West as the team with the highest winning rate this season, was also faltering due to Denver's offensive. He was on the defensive as he gave up both the first and third games.
However, Oklahoma City finally turned the tide. He is keeping the last pride of the No. 1 winning percentage.
It was a breathtaking battle again on this day. Denver led throughout the game. Denver's lead by eight points, 86-78, in the fourth quarter.
Defensive guard Dot balanced with consecutive 3-pointers. Since then, Pimali has been in a close battle.
Ace's showdown followed.
Gilzer Alexander and Jokic fought back, leading the attack. Gilgers-Alexander scored his signature mid jumper and extra free throws by fouls. Jokic responded with a 3-pointer from the front.
However, Oklahoma City had the upper hand in terms of match-winner energy levels and variety of attacks.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
