Jamal Murray's performance in Game 5 against the L.A. Clippers showcased the Denver Nuggets' potential as title contenders, highlighting his pivotal role when he scores efficiently, as evidenced by his 43-point outing. Nikola Jokic emphasized that the Nuggets thrive when Murray leads the scoring, allowing Jokic to focus on playmaking and defense. Jokic's earlier remark, calling Murray the team's 'best player' when he's on fire, reinforces how vital Murray's scoring is to Denver's success. The Nuggets need this synergy to close out the series in Game 6.