Despite a historic performance from Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets allowed a fourth-quarter comeback from the Thunder as they fell 112-105. Now with their backs against the wall heading into Game 6, the Nuggets will continue to rely on Jokic after his 44-point outing.

Nikola Jokic was nearly unstoppable against Oklahoma City’s gritty, aggressive defense. The Thunder made a valiant effort to disrupt him, as they have all series.

Not even an astounding performance from Nikola Jokić was enough to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday.