2023 NBA Western Conference Finals: Nuggets Take 2-0 Lead
Game 1: Nuggets Lead 1-0
Summary and Stats
The Denver Nuggets secured a 108-103 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with 31 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists. Jamal Murray added 21 points and 4 rebounds. For the Lakers, Anthony Davis scored 26 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, while LeBron James had 22 points and 9 assists.The Nuggets shot 46.5% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range. The Lakers shot 40.5% from the field and 25.0% from three-point range.
The Nuggets held a 10-point lead at halftime, but the Lakers cut the deficit to just 2 points in the third quarter. The Nuggets regained control in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Lakers 28-19.
Game 2: Nuggets Lead 2-0
Summary and Stats
In Game 2, the Nuggets defeated the Lakers 115-100 to take a 2-0 lead in the series. Jokic once again led the Nuggets with 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 assists. Murray added 19 points and 5 rebounds. For the Lakers, Davis had 28 points and 12 rebounds, while James had 17 points and 9 assists.The Nuggets shot 48.6% from the field and 40.0% from three-point range. The Lakers shot 39.4% from the field and 26.7% from three-point range.
The Nuggets held a 10-point lead at halftime and extended their lead to 15 points in the third quarter. The Lakers made a run in the fourth quarter, but the Nuggets held on for the victory.
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