Nikola Jokic Receives Third MVP Trophy, Scores 35 Points in Game 5 Against Timberwolves

May 15, 2024, 04:31 AM

Nikola Jokic received his third MVP trophy before Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, joining an elite group of eight others with three or more MVP wins. Jokic delivered an extraordinary performance, scoring 35 points on 13-of-17 shooting, along with 12 assists, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, 1 block, and 0 turnovers through three quarters. His dominant play included dismantling the league's best defense, particularly against four-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert. The Denver Nuggets star showcased his all-around skills, contributing to the team's +16 lead in the third quarter of the NBA Playoffs.