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Lakers Suffer Crushing Defeat Against Nuggets: Murray's Buzzer-Beater Steals the Show

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Find out how Jamal Murray's incredible buzzer-beater sealed the fate of the Lakers in a stunning Game 2 loss to the Nuggets!

In a nail-biting NBA playoffs showdown, the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Denver Nuggets, with Anthony Davis leading the charge with his elite defense. However, despite his efforts, the Lakers fell prey to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets, succumbing to a heartbreaking 101-99 defeat in Game 2. The matchup witnessed Jamal Murray making NBA history with a game-winning shot, completing a miraculous 20-point comeback for the Nuggets.

The Lakers, although the reigning champions, couldn't contain the Nuggets' late-game surge, leading to a crushing loss. Despite a strong start, the Lakers suffered a fourth-quarter collapse, allowing Murray's buzzer-beater to seal their fate. The defeat left fans in shock and disappointment, as the Lakers relinquished a 20-point lead and faced their second consecutive loss in the series.

On the injury front, concerns loomed over Anthony Davis's status for the crucial Game 2 showdown, adding tension to the already intense matchup. With the Nuggets showcasing resilience and determination, the Lakers now find themselves in a tough position as they head into the next games, striving to turn the tide in their favor.

The Lakers-Nuggets rivalry continues to escalate, with Jamal Murray's heroics propelling Denver to a stunning victory over the Lakers. As the series progresses, the stakes are higher than ever, setting the stage for an intense battle between two powerhouse teams vying for supremacy in the NBA playoffs.

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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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Nuggets 101-99 Lakers (23 Apr, 2024) Game Recap - - ESPN (SG) (ESPN)

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

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Nuggets' Jamal Murray hits buzzer beater to beat Lakers in Game 2 (NBC Southern California)

Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray hit a game-winning shot to complete the comeback over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of their first-round series.

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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'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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Jamal Murray buzzer-beater lifts Denver Nuggets over LA Lakers (The Straits Times)

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Despite holding a 20-point lead in the second half, the Lakers collapsed in Game 2 on Monday, losing yet again to the Nuggets.

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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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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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For the Lakers, Game 1 was a missed opportunity. Game 2 felt like a death blow.

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

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Nuggets-Lakers: 5 takeaways from Denver's buzzer-beating comeback (NBA.com)

Down 20 points in Game 2, Denver storms back and ultimately topples Los Angeles on Jamal Murray's buzzer-beating jump shot.

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History Is Repeating Itself in the Worst Way for the Lakers (The Ringer)

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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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