Nuggets come from behind to defeat Lakers 101-99 in Game 2, extending LA’s losing streak to champions to 10 games – NBC Los Angeles

The Denver Nuggets pulled off a stunning comeback victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of their playoff series, with Jamal Murray hitting a buzzer-beater to secure a 101-99 win. Despite trailing by 20 points early in the third quarter, the Nuggets fought back to tie the game in the final minutes.

Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic was instrumental in the comeback, finishing with a triple-double of 27 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists. Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 32 points and 11 rebounds, but it was Murray’s clutch shot that sealed the victory for Denver.

The Lakers, who have now lost 10 consecutive games to the Nuggets, will need to regroup as the series shifts to Los Angeles. With the mental advantage clearly on the side of the Nuggets, the Lakers will have to find a way to neutralize Jokic and contain the rest of Denver’s starting lineup.

Game 3 is set to be a crucial matchup for both teams, with the Lakers looking to avoid falling into a 3-0 hole against a resilient Nuggets squad. The pressure is on for LeBron James and company to bounce back and show that they can compete with the defending champions.

As the series continues, fans can expect a hard-fought battle between two talented teams vying for a spot in the next round of the playoffs. Stay tuned for more updates, stats, and player reactions as the drama unfolds on the court.