Nuggets Steal Game 2 from Lakers on Murray's Buzzer-Beater
Murray's shot gives Denver a 2-0 lead in the series
Jamal Murray hit a buzzer-beating shot to give the Denver Nuggets a 101-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinals series on Monday night.
The Nuggets trailed by 20 points in the third quarter, but they rallied to tie the game with just over a minute remaining. Murray then hit a jumper from the free throw line to give Denver the lead with 10.3 seconds left.
The Lakers had a chance to tie the game, but Anthony Davis' shot was blocked by Nikola Jokic. The Nuggets then secured the rebound and ran out the clock to seal the victory.
Murray finished with a team-high 28 points, while Jokic added 22 points and 14 rebounds. Davis led the Lakers with 21 points, while LeBron James added 19 points.
The Nuggets now have a 2-0 lead in the series, and they will host the Lakers in Game 3 on Thursday night.
Nuggets' comeback shows their resilience
The Nuggets' comeback victory in Game 2 was a testament to their resilience. They never gave up, even when they were down by 20 points. They kept fighting and eventually found a way to win.
The Nuggets' comeback also showed their depth. They have a number of players who can step up and make big plays. Murray was the hero in Game 2, but Jokic, Paul Millsap, and Gary Harris all played key roles in the victory.
The Nuggets are now in a great position to win the series. They have a 2-0 lead and they will be playing at home in Game 3. If they can win Game 3, they will be one step closer to reaching the Western Conference Finals.
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