The Denver Nuggets overcame a challenging Game 3 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, securing a 113-104 victory in the Western Conference semifinals. Nikola Jokic, the three-time MVP, struggled significantly, shooting 8-of-25 from the field and missing all ten of his three-point attempts. However, he managed to gather 17 rebounds despite committing eight turnovers.

On the other hand, Michael Porter Jr. excelled with 21 points on 7-of-10 shooting, including five three-pointers, all while playing through a shoulder injury. His performance was crucial in helping the Nuggets establish a 2-1 series lead. As the Nuggets aim for another championship, they will need a more consistent contribution from Jokic moving forward.