Nikola Jokic Leads Nuggets to Comeback Win in Title Defense Opener
Jokic Dominates with 32 Points, 12 Rebounds
DENVER, April 20, 2024 - Nikola Jokic delivered a masterful performance with 32 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Denver Nuggets to a thrilling 112-107 comeback victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series.
Nuggets Overcome Early Deficit
The Nuggets trailed by 14 points in the second half but rallied behind Jokic's dominance. The Serbian center scored 10 of his points in the fourth quarter, including a crucial 3-pointer with 2:12 remaining to give the Nuggets a 109-103 lead.
Davis Leads Lakers Charge
Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 33 points and 14 rebounds, but his efforts were not enough to prevent the defending champions from falling in the series opener. LeBron James added 25 points for the Lakers, but he shot just 4-of-14 from the field.
Home-Court Advantage
The Nuggets improved to 7-0 at home in the playoffs this season, extending their home-court winning streak to 13 games dating back to last year's championship run. The Lakers, on the other hand, fell to 0-4 on the road in the postseason.
Game 2 Ahead
Game 2 of the series is scheduled for Friday, April 22, in Denver. The Nuggets will look to take a commanding 2-0 lead, while the Lakers hope to even the series and avoid a potential 0-2 deficit.
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