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Lakers vs Nuggets: Denver Steals Game 2 With Last-Second Heroics
Nuggets Take 2-0 Series Lead
Hood-Schifino's Clutch Shot Downs Lakers
In a thrilling Game 2 matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets, the visitors stunned the home crowd with a nail-biting 122-120 victory at the final buzzer.
With both teams battling tooth and nail, Jalen Hood-Schifino emerged as the hero for the Nuggets. The rookie guard drained a contested jumper over Christian Wood and Cam Reddish as the clock expired, sending the Lakers faithful into silence.
Nikola Jokic once again led the scoring charge for the Nuggets with a dominant 33 points, 16 rebounds, and 10 assists. Jamal Murray added 26 points, while Aaron Gordon contributed 18.
Despite strong performances from LeBron James (31 points) and Anthony Davis (27 points), the Lakers struggled to contain Denver's offense in crunch time. The Nuggets shot an efficient 49% from the field, including 38% from three-point range.
With the series now shifting to Los Angeles, the Lakers face an uphill battle to tie it up. Game 3 will take place on April 22, with the Nuggets looking to assert their dominance and extend their series lead.
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