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Clippers and Nuggets Set for Pivotal Game 5 in Tied Series

With the series locked at 2-2, the winner of Game 5 will move within one victory of advancing, a critical juncture backed by 81.3% historical odds.

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Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic drives to the basket as Clippers center Ivica Zubac, left, and teammate Kawhi Leonard, right, defend during the second half of Game 4 of their first-round playoff series on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/SCNG)
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Overview

  • The Clippers and Nuggets are tied 2-2 in their first-round Western Conference playoff series, heading into a decisive Game 5 in Denver on Tuesday.
  • NBA statistics show that teams winning Game 5 in a tied best-of-seven series advance 81.3% of the time, underscoring the game’s significance.
  • Clippers coach Tyronn Lue downplays the added pressure, maintaining a consistent approach while emphasizing the importance of a strong defensive start.
  • Denver’s Aaron Gordon delivered a dramatic Game 4 buzzer-beater dunk, shifting momentum and setting the stage for a high-stakes matchup.
  • Containing MVP Nikola Jokic, who is averaging a triple-double in the series, remains the Clippers’ primary challenge as they aim to regain control.