The top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder are at home for Game 5, looking to secure their first lead in this playoff series against the Denver Nuggets. Currently tied at 2-2, the Thunder achieved a road victory in Game 4.

The Nuggets started off slow in Game 4, recording only eight points in the first quarter, yet managed a lead by the fourth quarter. Key player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rose to the occasion for the Thunder, leading them to an 11-point scoring advantage in the last 12 minutes.

Nuggets’ star Nikola Jokić, after an impressive Game 1 with 42 points and 22 rebounds, has faced tougher competition, averaging 21.3 points across the last three games, alongside 15 assists.

Game 5 Details

Time: 9:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, May 13
Location: Paycom Center – Oklahoma City
TV channel: TNT
Live stream: Max
Odds: Thunder -10, O/U 221.5

Best Bet for Game 5

I predict that Nikola Jokić’s scoring will return to form, although currently, his three-point shots are not connecting. His assists have been below expectations, as Oklahoma City is blocking easy opportunities for Denver’s cuts to the basket. Bet on Jokić to finish with under 8.5 assists, as he hasn’t achieved a triple-double in this series.