Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Game 1 Recap: Nuggets Take Early Lead in Western Finals
Game 1 - Nuggets lead 1-0
Powered by Nikola Jokic's record-setting performance, the Denver Nuggets have taken an early lead in the Western Conference Finals.
The Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 119-108 in Game 1 on Monday night in Denver. Nikola Jokic led the way for the Nuggets with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists. It was his eighth triple-double of the postseason, tying him with Wilt Chamberlain for the most triple-doubles in a single playoff run.
The Lakers were led by LeBron James, who had 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. Anthony Davis added 23 points and 12 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome Jokic's dominant performance.
The Nuggets took control of the game in the third quarter, outscoring the Lakers by 15 points. Jokic was unstoppable in the period, scoring 13 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. The Lakers were never able to recover, and the Nuggets cruised to a comfortable victory.
The Nuggets will now head to Los Angeles for Game 2 on Wednesday night. The Lakers will need to find a way to slow down Jokic if they want to even the series.
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