The Los Angeles Lakers broke their losing streak against the Denver Nuggets with a crucial Game 4 victory in their first-round NBA playoff series at Crypto.com Arena. This win marked their first victory over Denver since December 16, 2022, snapping an 11-game losing streak.
Led by LeBron James with 30 points and Anthony Davis with 25 points and 23 rebounds, the Lakers managed to avoid questions about their future, at least for now. D’Angelo Russell also bounced back from a poor Game 3 performance to score 21 points in Game 4.
The Lakers excelled in rebounding, second-chance points, and paint battles in Game 4, setting themselves up for a tough Game 5 in Denver. The team has struggled on the road this season, with a 0-3 record in Denver and a 21-23 record overall.
Despite the series deficit, the Lakers remain confident in their ability to fight back and extend the series. The win in Game 4 has cleared a mental hurdle for the team, turning the competition with Denver into a more normal and evenly matched battle.
With the series now at 3-1 in favor of the Nuggets, the Lakers will need to bring their A-game in Game 5 to keep their playoff hopes alive. Fans can expect an intense and competitive match as the Lakers look to continue their momentum and push the series to a Game 6.
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