Key takeaways:
- The Denver Nuggets won their first ever NBA title in a thrilling 94-89 victory against the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
- Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets to victory with 28 points and 16 rebounds, earning him the NBA Finals MVP award.
- The Nuggets’ victory marks the first time in team history that they have won the NBA title.
The Denver Nuggets have won their first ever NBA title, after a thrilling 94-89 victory against the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
The Nuggets overcame a poor start to the game, missing 20 of their first 22 3-point attempts and seven of their first 13 free throws. Despite this, they managed to close out the series on their home court.
Leading the Nuggets to victory was Nikola Jokic, who scored 28 points and had 16 rebounds. His performance earned him the NBA Finals MVP award, which he said was more meaningful to him than the two overall MVP awards he won in 2021 and 2022.
Jimmy Butler of the Heat put up a late flurry of points, but it was not enough to overcome the Nuggets’ lead.
The Nuggets’ victory marks the first time in team history that they have won the NBA title. It is a momentous occasion for the team, and a testament to the skill and determination of Nikola Jokic.
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