How Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic influenced a young Isaiah Hartenstein during the Thunder center's younger years.

Isaiah Hartenstein went from playing behind Denver's Nikola Jokic to playing against him with OKC in the second round of the NBA Playoffs.

Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) following the overtime win against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game three of the second round for

The Oklahoma City Thunder play against the Denver Nuggets in game 5 of their NBA Playoff series tonight. Fans can watch this game for free.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played like an MVP when he needed to with 25 points, six rebounds, six assists and two steals, while Cason Wallace, Aaron Wiggins and Alex Caruso provided important sparks off the bench. In fact, SGA was the only Thunder starter to score more than 10, but they still had enough in large part because of their defensive effort.

And this year's race truly went down to the final day between Gilgeous-Alexander and Jokic, the league's two best players, both of whom have put together unbelievable seasons. Editor's Picks NBA ...

Ahead of Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Denver Nuggets released their injury report - with all eyes on Nikola Jokic.

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