In a stunning conclusion to Game 5, Jamal Murray delivered a game-winning shot with 3.6 seconds remaining, propelling the Denver Nuggets to a 108-106 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers and ending their season.
Overcoming adversity, Murray scored 32 points and dished out seven assists to bring the defending champions to the next round of the playoffs.
With the win, the Nuggets advance to the second round to face the Minnesota Timberwolves, eager to build upon their postseason success.
Nikola Jokic’s dominant performance, narrowly missing a triple-double with 25 points, 20 rebounds, and nine assists, complemented Murray’s heroics. Michael Porter Jr. contributed significantly with 26 points.
Despite a valiant effort from LeBron James and Anthony Davis, who combined for 47 points, the Lakers fell short in a tightly contested series.
Austin Reaves contributed 19 points, while Rui Hachimura and D’Angelo Russell added 15 and 14 points respectively.
