Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets: Live NBA Game Coverage on ESPN
Nuggets Claim Game 3 Victory
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May 20, 2023 - The Denver Nuggets have taken a commanding 2-1 lead in their Western Conference Semifinal series against the Los Angeles Lakers, defeating them 119-108 in Game 3 on Saturday night at Ball Arena. Nikola Jokić led the way for the Nuggets with a dominant performance, posting 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 assists.
The Nuggets started the game strong, jumping out to an early double-digit lead. The Lakers struggled to find their footing offensively, shooting just 38.2% from the field in the first half. The Nuggets took a 58-43 lead into the break.
The Lakers made a push in the third quarter, cutting the deficit to 86-80 heading into the final period. However, the Nuggets maintained their composure and closed out the game with a 15-6 run.
LeBron James led the Lakers in scoring with 31 points, while Anthony Davis added 23 points and 11 rebounds. However, it wasn't enough to overcome the Nuggets' balanced attack, which saw seven players score in double figures.
With the win, the Nuggets have regained home-court advantage in the series. Game 4 is set for Monday night at Ball Arena. The Lakers will need to find a way to slow down Jokić and the Nuggets' offense to avoid falling behind 3-1.
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