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Is Nikola Jokic playing tonight in Game 5 against the Los Angeles Clippers? Latest update on the Denver Nuggets star (April 29, 2025)

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The Denver Nuggets will have their star center, Nikola Jokic, available for Game 5 against the LA Clippers tonight at Ball Arena. Jokic, who dominated Game 4 with 36 points, 21 rebounds, and 8 assists, is not listed on the injury report, giving the Nuggets a major boost as they look to take control of the series.

Denver Nuggets injury report for tonight’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers (April 29, 2025)

While Nikola Jokic is cleared to play, the Nuggets have three other players with injury designations. Russell Westbrook is questionable due to left foot inflammation, while Michael Porter Jr. is probable with a left shoulder sprain. Rookie DaRon Holmes II remains out following right Achilles tendon repair.

Los Angeles Clippers injury report for tonight’s game against the Denver Nuggets (April 29, 2025)


The Clippers, meanwhile, enter Game 5 with a clean bill of health. Kawhi Leonard and James Harden are both available, setting the stage for another intense battle in what has been one of the most competitive series of the 2024 NBA Playoffs.



Denver’s Game 4 victory came after a dramatic collapse of a 22-point lead, but Nikola Jokic’s clutch performance and Aaron Gordon’s game-winning tip-in dunk sealed the win. With the series now tied 2-2, Jokic’s availability ensures the Nuggets will rely heavily on his playmaking and scoring to push ahead.

When and where to watch the Denver Nuggets play tonight against the Los Angeles Clippers (April 29, 2025)?

Tip-off is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. EST, with both teams looking to gain the upper hand in this tightly contested matchup.

Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Clippers Game 4 overview

Game 4 of the Nuggets vs. Clippers playoff series on April 26, 2025, was a thrilling and intense battle that ended with the Nuggets winning 101-99. The game featured physical play and multiple technical fouls on both teams. The Clippers led by as many as 22 points in the fourth quarter, but the Nuggets mounted a furious comeback.

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Nikola Jokic was dominant with 36 points, 21 rebounds, and 8 assists. The game was decided at the buzzer when Aaron Gordon dunked a put-back off a missed Jokic three-pointer, giving Denver the victory and tying the series 2-2. Kawhi Leonard scored 24 points for the Clippers but they fell short despite a late rally.
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