Thunder vs. Nuggets in Game 6 of NBA Playoffs
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OKLAHOMA CITY — Michael Porter Jr. is shouldering the blame for the Nuggets’ 3-2 series deficit, even if he physically can’t.
Following the Denver Nuggets ' 113-104 overtime victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 of their second-round series, forward Michael Porter Jr. told reporters that his shoulder injury should have sidelined him for four to six weeks.
One insider thinks the Denver Nuggets should make the drastic move to scratch Michael Porter Jr. for the do-or-die Game 6.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are at home on Tuesday night as they host the Denver Nuggets in Game 5 of their second-round matchup. Tuesday’s contest is a crucial one for both teams with the series being tied at 2-2 as both squads will look to pick up a victory to take command of the series.