The Denver Nuggets clinched a second consecutive sweep over the Los Angeles (LA) Lakers, winning the series 4-1 in a nail-biting finish to their NBA Playoffs opening-round series.
NBA Playoffs: Nuggets defeat LA Lakers to claim 4-1 sweep
The decisive moment came during Monday night’s game when Nuggets star Jamal Murray sank a crucial jumper in the final seconds, breaking the tie and securing a 108-106 victory.
Murray’s shot, executed with just under four seconds remaining, left the Lakers with no time to respond, as they were out of timeouts.
This win not only exemplified Murray’s clutch performance with his second game-winning buzzer-beater of the series but also showed the team’s resilience and strategic play throughout the series.
NBA Playoffs semifinals bracket: Who will the Nuggets face next?
With their triumph over the Lakers, the Denver Nuggets now advance to the Western Conference semifinals, where they will face the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Timberwolves are coming off a strong performance, having swept the Phoenix Suns in their first-round series.
This upcoming matchup promises to be an intense battle, as both teams have demonstrated strong playoff capabilities and are eager to secure their spot in the conference finals.
The Nuggets, carrying momentum from their recent wins, are seen as formidable opponents in their quest for the championship.
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