The Denver Nuggets are on the verge of advancing in the playoffs, leading their first-round series against the Los Angeles Clippers 3-2 following a commanding 131-115 victory. The Nuggets, boasting a strong postseason record and coming off a championship win last season, will look to clinch the series in Game 6. Comparatively, the Clippers have struggled in recent playoffs, having exited in the first round in consecutive years.

Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET, with the Clippers favored by 6.5 points in the betting lines. Key players such as Kawhi Leonard are crucial for the Clippers, aiming to leverage their home court advantage while the Nuggets rely on star center Nikola Jokic's exceptional performances to secure their playoff progression.