Lakers vs Nuggets Box Score: Murray's Late Heroics Lift Denver to Victory
Los Angeles Lakers 28, Denver Nuggets 24
Anthony Davis Leads Lakers with 10 Points, 5 Rebounds
In a thrilling NBA matchup on April 20, 2024, the Denver Nuggets rallied from a 20-point deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 28-24. Despite a strong performance from Lakers star Anthony Davis (10 points, 5 rebounds), it was Denver's Jamal Murray who stole the show. Murray's game-winning shot came with just seconds remaining on the clock. The Lakers had taken an early lead, but the Nuggets chipped away at the deficit throughout the game. By the fourth quarter, Denver was within striking distance, and Murray's clutch shot sealed the victory.
Denver's Defense Shines
In addition to Murray's heroics, the Nuggets' defense played a key role in the win. They held the Lakers to just 28 points, marking the lowest score by the Lakers in any game this season. Nikola Jokic, Denver's reigning MVP, played a solid game with 8 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. However, it was the contributions of Murray, Aaron Gordon (6 points, 5 rebounds), and Bruce Brown (4 points, 4 rebounds) that made the difference.
Lakers Struggle Offensively
The Lakers struggled offensively throughout the night. Davis was the lone bright spot, shooting 4-of-5 from the field. The rest of the team combined for just 18 points on 6-of-25 shooting. LeBron James, who is still recovering from an ankle injury, played limited minutes and finished with 3 points on 1-of-5 shooting. Russell Westbrook, who has struggled with his shot all season, finished with 4 points on 2-of-9 shooting. The Nuggets' win snapped a two-game losing streak and improved their record to 33-19. The Lakers, meanwhile, fell to 28-24 and will look to bounce back in their next game.
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