In a thrilling Game 2 of the on going playoffs, Jamal Murray delivered a clutch buzzer-beater to lift the Denver Nuggets to a stunning 101-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
They seized a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference first-round playoff series.
Despite facing a 20-point deficit, Murray’s heroics turned the tide in Denver’s favor leaving the Lakers reeling from a gut-punch loss.
The game was filled with end to end action with both teams trading blows and momentum swings throughout.
Murray, who struggled with his shot earlier in the game, showcased nerves of steel as he calmly sank a step-back jumper over Anthony Davis’ outstretched arm to seal the win for Denver.
Murray’s timely contributions, including key free throws and clutch baskets down the stretch, showed his ability to rise to the occasion when it mattered most.
LeBron James’ steal and dunk gave the Lakers a brief lead late in the game but Michael Porter Jr.’s crucial 3-pointer and Murray’s heroics shifted the momentum back in Denver’s favor.
Anthony Davis expressed mixed emotions in his postgame interview, acknowledging both the Nuggets’ resilience and the Lakers’ lapses in execution.
For the Lakers, it was a bitter defeat to swallow, highlighting the fierce competitiveness of playoff basketball.
With Game 3 looming in Los Angeles, the Nuggets carry momentum and confidence from their dramatic Game 2 victory, while the Lakers face a critical juncture in their playoff journey.
