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Lakers vs. Nuggets: Game 2 Drama Unfolds with Buzzer-Beaters and Comebacks

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Find out how the Denver Nuggets stunned the Los Angeles Lakers with Jamal Murray's epic buzzer-beater in Game 2!

The intense matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of the NBA playoffs was nothing short of breathtaking. The Nuggets pulled off a remarkable 20-point comeback, securing a 101-99 victory with Jamal Murray's buzzer-beating shot. Despite Anthony Davis' elite defense for the Lakers, the Nuggets managed to edge past them with sheer determination and skill.

The nail-biting game had fans on the edge of their seats as the momentum swung back and forth. With the series now at 2-0 in favor of the Nuggets, the Lakers are feeling the pressure to make a strong comeback in Game 3. The rivalry between these two teams intensifies with each game, making it a must-watch for basketball enthusiasts.

In the midst of the game drama, Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt's return from a foot injury adds an intriguing twist to the upcoming matches. His presence on the court could significantly impact the dynamics of the Lakers' gameplay and potentially turn the tables in their favor.

As the NBA playoffs continue, all eyes are on the Lakers and the Nuggets as they battle it out for supremacy on the court. Stay tuned for more thrilling action and unexpected twists in this epic playoff showdown!

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Source - Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt targeting Game 3 return - ESPN (ESPN)

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Nikola Jokic Makes NBA History in Lakers vs. Nuggets Game 2 (Sports Illustrated)

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NBA playoffs 2024 - Why Anthony Davis' defense could be the ... (ESPN)

Anthony Davis' defense has been elite this season. The Lakers need every bit of it right now against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.

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Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Apr 22, 2024 Game Summary (NBA.com)

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Lakers Ripped by NBA Fans After 2nd-Half Collapse in Loss to ... (Bleacher Report)

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Anthony Davis' Injury Status for Lakers vs Nuggets Game 2 Revealed (Sports Illustrated)

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Jamal Murray buzzer-beater sends Lakers to crushing Game 2 loss (Los Angeles Times)

Jamal Murray hit a midrange jumper just before the final buzzer to lift the Denver Nuggets to a stunning, 101-99 comeback victory over the Lakers in Game 2.

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Jamal Murray hits wild buzzer-beater to lift Nuggets past Lakers ... (Yahoo Sports)

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Jamal Murray's buzzer-beater lifts Denver Nuggets to last-second ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

Jamal Murray hit a step-back jumper as time expired, and the host Denver Nuggets rallied from a 20-point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Lakers 99 - 101 Nuggets summary, stats, scores and highlights ... (AS English)

Jamal Murray hit a buzzer beating game winner to give the Denver Nuggets a 2-0 lead over the Lakers before the series heads to Los Angeles for Game 3.

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Lakers' Darvin Ham on Stopping Nuggets' Nikola Jokić: 'S--t, I Don't ... (Bleacher Report)

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Nuggets vs. Lakers TV channel, Game 2 live stream, how to watch ... (CBS sports.com)

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Jamal Murray's Incredible Statement on Game-Winner vs Lakers (Sports Illustrated)

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Expert recap and game analysis of the Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA game from 23 April 2024 on ESPN (PH).

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Los Angeles Lakers And Denver Nuggets Injury Reports (Sports Illustrated)

The Lakers have ruled out Jalen Hood-Schifino, Cam Reddish, Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood (all four also missed Game 1). Superstars LeBron James and ...

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2024 NBA Playoffs: 3 takeaways from the Lakers' Game 2 loss to ... (Silver Screen and Roll)

Apparently, the Denver Nuggets can keep getting away with this as they've now beaten the Lakers ten times in a row after an improbable Game 2 win on Monday.

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Nuggets fight back to beat Lakers in play-offs (Yahoo Sports)

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Jamal Murray stuns Lakers with fadeaway buzzer-beater to hand ... (The Denver Post)

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Lakers' LeBron James sounds off on officiating, replay center - ESPN (ESPN)

"I don't understand what's going on in the replay center, to be honest," Lakers star LeBron James said following his team's Game 2 loss in Denver.

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LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center for calls, Lakers lose on ... (Yahoo Sports)

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LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center for calls, Lakers lose on ... (The Associated Press)

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Lakers lose to Nuggets in Game 2 heartbreaker on Jamal Murray ... (Yahoo Sports)

Jamal Murray hits a midrange jumper before the final buzzer to lift the Denver Nuggets to a stunning, 101-99 comeback victory over the Lakers in Game 2.

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NBA Playoffs roundup: Nuggets rally, shock Lakers at buzzer (Sportstar)

Jamal Murray's shot capped off a 20-point comeback for the defending champion which now leads the series 2-0.

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Lakers' LeBron James sounds off on officiating, replay center - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

"I don't understand what's going on in the replay center, to be honest," Lakers star LeBron James said following his team's Game 2 loss in Denver.

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The Lakers complained about foul calls during the team's loss to the Nuggets, but the NBA two-minute report endorsed the calls made late in the contest.

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Plaschke: Dagger! Lakers' epic collapse vs. Nuggets could send ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Lakers' blown lead against the Nuggets in Game 2 raises questions as to whether LeBron James is capable of saving the Lakers this season or ever again.

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LAKERS: Los Angeles squanders 20 point lead, Nuggets take a 2-0 ... (uscannenbergmedia.com)

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Do LeBron James, Lakers Have a Legitimate Gripe About Officiating ... (Bleacher Report)

DENVER — The buzzer was still sounding as Jamal Murray's game-winner hit the bottom of the net in Monday's 101-99 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

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