Nuggets go 'all hands on deck' to keep series, season alive vs. Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-113 in Game 5 on Monday, April 28, 2026, cutting their playoff series deficit to 3-2. Playing without Aaron Gordon due to an ailing calf, coach David Adelman went 10 players deep, with Spencer Jones, Cameron Johnson, Jonas Valanciunas, and Tyus Jones all making notable contributions. The win keeps the Nuggets' season alive as they trail the series 3-2.