NBA Playoffs Monday night Recap

NBA Playoffs Monday Recap: Thunder advance, Nuggets stay alive, Magic take Control

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NBA Playoffs Monday night Recap — PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 27: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts during the fourth quarter against the Phoenix Suns in Game Four of the First Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 27, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Monday night in the NBA playoffs saw three games, with one team advancing and two others shifting their series.

The Oklahoma City Thunder moved into the next round after beating the Phoenix Suns 131-122 to complete a 4-0 series sweep. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 31 points as Oklahoma City closed out the series.

The Denver Nuggets kept their season alive with a 125-113 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5. Nikola Jokić recorded a triple-double with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and 16 assists as Denver reduced the series deficit to 3-2.

In the Eastern Conference, the Orlando Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 94-88 to take a 3-1 lead in their series. Paolo Banchero led Orlando, while Cade Cunningham had 25 points for Detroit.

Monday night results mean Oklahoma City has now advanced to the next round, Denver has forced a Game 6, and Orlando is now one win away from progressing.

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