The Denver Nuggets defeated the visiting Los Angeles Lakers, 101-99, in Game 2 of the Western Conference First-Round Playoffs at Ball Arena on Monday.

Denver leads this series, 2-0

While Los Angeles led for all but two minutes in this game, Denver led when it mattered most. The Lakers actually led 59-44 at the half and got their lead up to 20 points in the third quarter. The Nuggets fought back with a 32-20 fourth quarter, completing their comeback with a game-winning jumper by Jamal Murray at the buzzer. Denver recorded 26 assists to nine turnovers, while LA had 24 assists to 14 turnovers. The Nuggets also out-rebounded the Lakers, 45-38, while outscoring them in the paint, 54-38.

The Lakers (0-2) were led by Anthony Davis, collecting 32 points, 11 rebounds and two assists. LeBron James finished with 26 points, eight rebounds, 12 assists, two steals and two blocks. D'Angelo Russell registered 23 points, three rebounds and six assists, while Austin Reavea amassed nine points, six rebounds and two assists.

The Nuggets (2-0) were led by Nikola Jokic, collecting 27 points, 20 rebounds, 10 assists and two steals. Michael Porter Jr provided 22 points, nine rebounds and two steals. Murray had 20 points, three rebounds, five assists and two blocks, while Aaron Gordon accumulated 14 points, seven rebounds and three assists.

These teams will play Game 3 in LA on Thursday.