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LeBron James Furious and Lakers Stunned: Nuggets Take Game 2 with Buzzer-Beater

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LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center as Lakers suffer a crushing loss to the Denver Nuggets. Jamal Murray's game-winning shot seals the victory against the Lakers.

The Los Angeles Lakers faced a devastating blow in Game 2 against the Denver Nuggets as LeBron James expressed fury towards the NBA's replay center over controversial calls. Despite a strong start and a 20-point lead, the Lakers crumbled in the fourth quarter, ultimately falling to a buzzer-beater from Jamal Murray that secured a 101-99 victory for the Nuggets. The loss left Lakers fans and NBA enthusiasts in shock as the reigning champions suffered a setback in the playoff series.

Jamal Murray, previously struggling in the game, turned the tables with his incredible game-winning shot that shattered the Lakers' hopes of a comeback. The rollercoaster of emotions throughout the game culminated in a heartbreaking defeat for the Lakers and a triumphant moment for the Nuggets. The tension between the teams, fueled by contentious officiating decisions, added to the drama of the intense matchup that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

Despite the Lakers' talented roster, injuries and setbacks hindered their performance, allowing the resilient Nuggets to capitalize on their opportunities and secure a commanding lead in the series. With LeBron James' vocal criticism and the Lakers' need for a turnaround, the upcoming games promise more excitement and suspense for basketball enthusiasts.

In conclusion, the Lakers' unexpected loss to the Nuggets highlighted the unpredictability and thrill of playoff basketball, showcasing the resilience and determination of both teams in pursuit of victory. As the series continues, fans eagerly anticipate the next chapter of this intense rivalry on the court.

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LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center for calls, Lakers lose on ... (The Associated Press)

LeBron James' anger boiled over after the Los Angeles Lakers' latest loss to the Denver Nuggets. His anger wasn't centered on the Lakers and blowing a ...

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Jamal Murray's Incredible Statement on Game-Winner vs Lakers (Sports Illustrated)

Jamal Murray struggled tremendously for over three quarters against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. Despite all of the struggles, he somehow made a ...

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

Expert recap and game analysis of the Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA game from 23 April 2024 on ESPN.

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Jamal Murray buzzer-beater sends Lakers to crushing Game 2 loss (Los Angeles Times)

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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Lakers blow 20-point lead in 101-99 loss to Nuggets in Game 2, LA's ... (NBC Southern California)

Jamal Murray hit a buzzer-beater and the Denver Nuggets overcame a 20-point deficit to stun the Los Angeles Lakers 101-99 to take a commanding 2-0 series on ...

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Lakers Ripped by NBA Fans After 2nd-Half Collapse in Loss to ... (Bleacher Report)

The Los Angeles Lakers seemed on their way to a big win in Game 2 of their first-round series against the Denver Nuggets on Monday, but a fourth-quarter…

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Los Angeles Lakers And Denver Nuggets Injury Reports (Sports Illustrated)

The Lakers have ruled out Jalen Hood-Schifino, Cam Reddish, Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood (all four also missed Game 1). Superstars LeBron James and ...

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Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Apr 22, 2024 Game Summary (NBA.com)

Yet they still lost by double digits to the reigning NBA champions. After surviving the James-Davis duo for the 114-103 victory to open the Western Conference ...

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Nuggets vs. Lakers TV channel, Game 2 live stream, how to watch ... (CBS sports.com)

Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers · Date: Monday, April 22 | Time: 10:00 p.m. ET · Location: Ball Arena -- Denver · TV channel: TNT| Live stream: TNT app · Odds ...

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

The Denver Nuggets completed an incredible 20-point comeback on Monday night to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2. Taking a 2-0 series lead to Los ...

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Lakers blow big lead vs. Nuggets in Game 2: 'We have stretches ... (The Athletic)

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

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LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center for calls after Lakers ... (NBC Southern California)

LeBron James' anger boiled over after the Los Angeles Lakers' latest loss to the Denver Nuggets, but his anger wasn't centered on his team blowing a ...

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Lakers' LeBron James sounds off on officiating, replay center - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

"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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It's probably too late for LeBron James to ever save Lakers again (Los Angeles Times)

The Lakers' collapse against the Nuggets in Game 2 raises questions as to whether LeBron James is capable of saving the Lakers this season or ever again.

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Jamal Murray's buzzer-beater lifts Denver Nuggets to last-second ... (USA TODAY)

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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Early Takeaways from Lakers' 2024 NBA Playoff Performance (Bleacher Report)

For the second year in a row, the Los Angeles Lakers are challenging the Denver Nuggets. And for the second year in a row, that hasn't been enough to get ...

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Lakers' Darvin Ham on Stopping Nuggets' Nikola Jokić: 'S--t, I Don't ... (Bleacher Report)

The Los Angeles Lakers have played just one game in their first-round playoff series against the Denver Nuggets, but head coach Darvin Ham might already be…

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The Sports Report: Lakers lose Game 2 in heartbreaking fashion (Los Angeles Times)

Jamal Murray hits a buzzer-beater as the Nuggets defeat the Lakers to take a 2-0 series lead.

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Lakers vs. Nuggets Game 2: The three biggest mistakes Darvin Ham ... (CBSSports.com)

Entering Monday, the Lakers and Nuggets had played a total of 18 clutch minutes since the beginning of the 2023 Western Conference Finals. Denver won those ...

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Video: Lakers' Anthony Davis Drops Mic After Answer About Jamal ... (Bleacher Report)

Frustration is mounting for the Los Angeles Lakers after their 101-99 loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of their Western Conference playoff series on…

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Five takeaways from Lakers' deflating Game 2 loss to the Nuggets (Huntington Beach Independent)

Lakers takeaways: What more can LeBron James, Anthony Davis do to beat the Nuggets? LeBron James drives past Nikola Jokic. The Lakers' LeBron James drives ...

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Nuggets 101-99 Lakers (Apr 22, 2024) Game Recap - ESPN (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA game from April 22, 2024 on ESPN.

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

L.A.'s latest fall-from-behind loss was also its most gut-wrenching. Try as they might, the Lakers just can't keep up with Nikola Jokic and the Denver ...

LeBron James Reveals Only Way Lakers Can Take Down Nuggets (Sports Illustrated)

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James gives his take on what it takes to beat the Denver Nuggets after dropping Game 1.

Lakers fall in 2-0 hole vs. Nuggets in first-round series. What went ... (FOXSports.com)

The Lakers lost in brutal fashion again in Game 2, blowing a 20-point lead to the Nuggets. Paul Pierce shared what he thinks went wrong.

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Lakers, 76ers believe NBA officiating left them in 0-2 holes. But that's ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

Officiating always is a hot topic during the NBA playoffs. Controversial calls during Monday's games have Lakers, 76ers pointing fingers.

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Lakers lose to Nuggets in Game 2 heartbreaker on Jamal Murray ... (Yahoo Sports)

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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Lakers lose 20-point lead in stunning last-second loss to Denver (Spectrum News 1)

Jamal Murray drained a 16-footer as time expired and the Denver Nuggets overcame a 20-point deficit to stun the Lakers, 101-99, in front of a jubilant, ...

NBA disagrees with LeBron James and Lakers, backs late calls (Los Angeles Times)

The Lakers complained about foul calls during the team's loss to the Nuggets, but the NBA two-minute report endorsed the calls made late in the contest.

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Plaschke: Dagger! Lakers' epic collapse vs. Nuggets could send ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Lakers' blown lead against the Nuggets in Game 2 raises questions as to whether LeBron James is capable of saving the Lakers this season or ever again.

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LeBron James rips officiating, replay center after overturned call in ... (The Athletic)

"I don't understand what's going on in the replay center, to be honest," James said after a call against Michael Porter Jr. was overturned.

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LAKERS: Los Angeles squanders 20 point lead, Nuggets take a 2-0 ... (uscannenbergmedia.com)

After the Lakers jumped out to a 20-point lead with 10 minutes left in the 3rd quarter, Jamal Murray capped the Nuggets' comeback by sinking a fadeaway jump ...

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Do LeBron James, Lakers Have a Legitimate Gripe About Officiating ... (Bleacher Report)

DENVER — The buzzer was still sounding as Jamal Murray's game-winner hit the bottom of the net in Monday's 101-99 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Lakers, 76ers beware: Blaming NBA referees for Game 2 outcomes ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Lakers and 76ers had complaints about officiating following Game 2 losses, but there were plenty of other reasons both teams lost Monday night.

Lakers' LeBron James rips officiating after loss to Nuggets (ABC News)

L.A. led 79-69 with 39.5 seconds remaining in the third quarter when the foul was overturned, erasing two free throw attempts for Russell. The Lakers point ...

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