Thunder Tie Series as Jokic, Nuggets Struggle

Nikola Jokic has faced ongoing offensive struggles in the Western Conference Semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder, including inefficient shooting and high turnovers in both wins and losses for the Denver Nuggets. In Game 3, Jokic shot 8-for-25 and missed all 10 of his three-point attempts, setting NBA records for turnovers and missed threes, but Denver secured a 113-104 overtime win with key help from Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon. Jokic described himself as the 'worst player on the court' despite posting 20 points, 16 rebounds, and six assists. However, in Game 4, Jokic's difficulties continued with a 7-of-22 shooting performance, and the Nuggets lost, allowing the Thunder to tie the series 2-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder in the fourth quarter, capitalizing on Denver's team-wide shooting woes. The Nuggets now look to regroup and rely on Jokic to rebound in the crucial Game 5.