Game Summary Denver Nuggets Vs Los Angeles Lakers

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WEB Denver Looks to Close Out Series Against Los Angeles in Game 4

Game Summary: Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers

April 22, 2024 | Ball Arena, Denver, CO

In a nail-biting finish, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 101-99 in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series on Wednesday night. The Nuggets took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.

Nikola Jokic led the way for the Nuggets with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists. Aaron Gordon added 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists. Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 30 points, while LeBron James added 20 points and 10 rebounds.

The game was close throughout, with both teams trading leads in the fourth quarter. Jokic hit a jumper with 20 seconds left to give the Nuggets a 101-97 lead. James missed a three-point attempt with 10 seconds left, and Gordon rebounded the miss to secure the victory.

5 Takeaways from Game 3

1. Jokic was dominant once again, putting up another all-around performance. He's averaging 31.0 points, 11.7 rebounds, and 6.7 assists in the series.
2. Gordon had a breakout game, scoring a playoff career-high 24 points. He's been a consistent contributor for the Nuggets this postseason, averaging 15.7 points and 8.7 rebounds.
3. The Lakers' offense struggled to keep up with the Nuggets in the second half. They shot just 40.5% from the field after halftime, while the Nuggets shot 50.0%.
4. The Nuggets' defense was suffocating in the fourth quarter, holding the Lakers to just 15 points on 5-of-19 shooting.
5. The series is now tied 2-1, but the Nuggets have home-court advantage in Game 4. They'll look to close out the series on Friday night.

What to Expect in Game 4

Game 4 is a must-win for the Lakers, who will be playing on the road. They'll need to find a way to generate more offense and improve their execution down the stretch. LeBron James and Anthony Davis will need to have big games.

The Nuggets will look to continue their strong play at home. They'll be counting on Jokic and Gordon to lead the way once again. If they can protect their home court, they'll be in a good position to close out the series in Game 5.

Game 4 is scheduled for Friday, April 24 at 9:00pm ET on ESPN.

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