Nuggets Lose to the Lakers 119-108
Five Takeaways from the Lakers' Win
1. LeBron James Dominates
LeBron James led the Lakers with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists. He was unstoppable in the post and hit several key shots down the stretch.
2. Nuggets Struggle to Score
The Nuggets shot just 40.4% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. They also committed 15 turnovers.
3. Lakers Take Control in the Second Half
The Lakers took a 10-point lead into the half and extended it to 15 points in the third quarter. The Nuggets never recovered.
4. Davis Returns for Lakers
Anthony Davis returned to the lineup for the Lakers after missing the previous two games with an ankle injury. He had 22 points and 10 rebounds.
5. Nuggets' Season on the Brink
The Nuggets now trail the Lakers 3-1 in the series. They need to win the next two games in Denver to avoid elimination.
Conclusion
The Lakers took a commanding lead in the Western Conference Finals with their win in Game 4. The Nuggets now face an uphill battle to avoid elimination. James was simply too much for the Nuggets to handle, and the Lakers' defense was stifling. The Nuggets will need to find a way to generate more offense and play better defense if they want to extend the series.
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