Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers Box Score (April 26, 2024)
West 1st Round - Game 2
Top Performers
- Anthony Davis (Lakers): 30 points, 23 rebounds, 5 steals
- Nikola Jokic (Nuggets): 28 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists
- LeBron James (Lakers): 25 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists
The Denver Nuggets took a commanding 2-0 lead in their Western Conference first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers with a 115-105 victory in Game 2 on Friday night. Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with a triple-double of 28 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 30 points, 23 rebounds, and 5 steals.
The Lakers got off to a hot start, leading by as many as 12 points in the first half. However, the Nuggets chipped away at the lead and eventually took control of the game in the third quarter. The Nuggets outscored the Lakers 32-20 in the third, and they never looked back.
The Lakers were led by Davis, who played a monster game. However, he didn't get much help from his teammates. LeBron James struggled, shooting just 9-of-24 from the field. The Lakers also turned the ball over 15 times, which led to several easy baskets for the Nuggets.
The Nuggets, on the other hand, played a much more balanced game. Jokic was dominant in the post, and he also dished out 10 assists. Jamal Murray added 23 points for the Nuggets, and Aaron Gordon chipped in 19 points off the bench.
The Lakers will now have to win four straight games to advance to the second round. The Nuggets, on the other hand, can close out the series with a win in Game 3 on Sunday night.
Box Score
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Davis (LAL) | 38 | 30 | 23 | 3 | 5 |
| LeBron James (LAL) | 37 | 25 | 7 | 9 | 1 |
| Nikola Jokic (DEN) | 36 | 28 | 15 | 10 | 2 |
| Jamal Murray (DEN) | 35 | 23 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| Aaron Gordon (DEN) | 29 | 19 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
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