In a stunning turn of events, Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray hit a game-winning shot over Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis at the final buzzer, leading the Nuggets to a 101-99 victory in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. This victory capped off a 20-point second-half comeback for the Nuggets, leaving the Lakers in a 2-0 series deficit.
Throughout the game, the Lakers seemed to be in control, with strong performances from Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell giving them the lead for most of the game. However, the Nuggets refused to back down and mounted a comeback in the closing minutes, with clutch plays from Michael Porter Jr. and Murray ultimately sealing the win.
Following the tough loss, Lakers coach Darvin Ham emphasized the need for his team to regroup and refocus for Game 3. Despite the frustration over officiating and replay decisions voiced by Lakers players after the game, they know they must put this behind them and come out stronger in the next matchup.
LeBron James had the opportunity to hit a potential game-winning shot but ultimately missed, contributing to the Lakers falling behind in the series. Davis acknowledged the tough loss by simply stating, “Jamal Murray made a shot,” underscoring the Lakers’ struggles against the resilient Nuggets.
As the series moves forward, the Lakers will need to come together as a team and find a way to overcome the Nuggets’ determination. With Game 3 on the horizon, all eyes will be on the Lakers to see if they can bounce back and turn the tide in their favor. Stay tuned to Forever Sports Online for the latest updates on this thrilling playoff series.
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