In Game 7, the big man only scored 16 points on 6-of-14 shooting, but it didn't matter, as six Nuggets players posted at least 15 points. Forward Aaron Gordon led them with 22 points, and guard Russell Westbrook added 16 points, five rebounds, five assists and five steals off the bench.

Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets have one last chance to advance to the next round in their upcoming Game 7 on May 3 against the Los Angeles Clippers. Jokić and the Nuggets have played well, but now their backs are against the wall.

Nothing easy! Game 7!” Series tied 3-3 Game 7s are categorically awesome, and Game 7s specifically between the fourth and fifth seeds feel as close as things can get. This series with the Los Angeles Clippers and Denver Nuggets has delivered on every front — the overtime finish in Game 1,