The Western Conference semifinals have set the stage for an epic showdown between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets. This clash features two of the most dominant players in the league,

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After being one of the NBA's most dominant teams all season, the OKC Thunder were on the wrong end of an ugly loss Monday night.

In a thrilling Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference semi-finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured a hard-fought 92-87 victory over the Denver Nuggets, leveling the series at two games apiece. This win not only showcased the Thunder's resilience but also highlighted their defensive prowess, setting the stage for an intense Game 5.

From 2006 to 2011, Smith played with Anthony and the Denver Nuggets. The pair reunited with the New York Knicks from 2012 to 2015. During that 2015 season, Smith was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he joined LeBron James.

It's been jarring to see the usually brilliant Nikola Jokić so rattled against the Thunder. Does he owe the Nuggets an MVP-like finish?