The Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves are gearing up to face off for a series-defining Game 5 matchup on Monday night. After falling behind 3-1 due to three straight losses , the Nuggets' season hangs in the balance ahead of Monday's Game 5, desperately needing a win to extend the series. Of course, everyone knows what's at stake for the Nuggets in Game 5, but what should we expect for this matchup? As much as the Nuggets need a win to extend the series, the Timberwolves need a win to eliminate Denver before they can get any glimpse of hope or momentum. Game 5 odds and notable player props Apr 25, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) position themselves for a rebound in the fourth quarter at Target Center. | Matt Blewett-Imagn Images While the Nuggets are down 3-1 in the series, they are actually in a fine position according to the oddsmakers.…