Game 5 between the Denver Nuggets and the Portland Trail Blazers was an absolute thriller. We saw incredible passes, unbelievable shots, but most importantly Denver’s role players stepped up. The guard play of Monte Morris and Austin Rivers was a prominent factor in Denver’s victory. They combined for 46 points and 8 threes between the two.
Nikola Jokic willed his team through fatigue dropping a near triple-double of 38 points, 11 rebounds, and 9 assists. Michael Porter Jr. demonstrated his star abilities on Tuesday. He pledged a better performance and did not disappoint. He recorded 26 points on 10-13 from the field and 3-5 from beyond the arc.