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Nuggets eliminate Lakers in Game 5

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 108-106 in Game 5 of the Western Conference Playoffs, eliminating Lebron James and the Lakers from the postseason and completing a 4-1 series victory.

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Jamal Murray News / NBA Analysis Network / 3 hours ago

Jamal Murray’s Late Heroics Advance Nuggets, End Lakers’ Playoff Run

The Denver Nuggets clinched a nail-biting 108-106 victory in Game 5 on Monday night, a contest marked by 16 lead changes and 10 ties, culminating in a dramatic NBA playoff finish as Taurean Prince‘s halfcourt attempt missed at the buzzer.

Nikola Jokic News / Fadeaway World / 5 minutes ago

Nikola Jokic Explains Why Nuggets Beat Lakers

In his reflections on the Nuggets' triumph over the Lakers in Game 5, Nikola Jokic provided insights into the team's resilience and collective effort, particularly throughout the series.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / 0 minutes ago

Jamal Murray accomplishes clutch stat not even attained by Michael Jordan

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Denver Nuggets News / Fadeaway World / 2 hours ago

Mike Malone Trolls Referees After Nikola Jokic Shot 0 Free Throws Against Lakers In Game 5

Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone had a parting shot at the referees in charge of their 108-106 Game 5 win over the Lakers, sarcastically praising Nikola Jokic for missing 0 free throws on a night he didn't get a single call to send him to the line.

NBA News / Yardbarker / 55 minutes ago

Jamal Murray praises LeBron James: 'He’s been one of my favorite players'

For the second time in as many years, the Denver Nuggets got the best of the Los Angeles Lakers in postseason play. After this year's win, Murray praised James.

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Jamal Murray News / Hoops Wire / 4 hours ago

Jamal Murray Makes 2nd Game-Winning Shot Of Series As The Nuggets Send Lakers Home In Back-to-Back Seasons

After LeBron James sank two clutch free throws to tie the game at 106-106 with 26 seconds left, Jamal Murray hit another game-winning pull up jumpshot, to lead the Nuggets to a 108-106 victory, sealing the series, 4-1.

NBA News / Yardbarker / 2 minutes ago

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Watch: Jamal Murray beats the Lakers again to win series

Jamal Murray almost missed Game 5 with an injury. But he couldn't resist breaking the Lakers' hearts again.

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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Nuggets take injury hit after Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s Game 5 exit

Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was forced to exit Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers midway through the first quarter after suffering a sprained left ankle: The Nuggets guard was listed as questionable to return for Game 5 with the ankle sprain.

NBA News / ClutchPoints / 3 hours ago

Jamal Murray addition to Nuggets’ Game 5 injury report has Lakers fans thinking miracle

Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets failed to complete another sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs, losing Game 4 in Hollywood, 119-108, last Saturday.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / 4 hours ago

Source on Suns Under Mat Ishbia: ‘It’s Like Looney Tunes Around Here’

Without a doubt, the Phoenix Suns have been among the most disappointing teams in the NBA. And that’s basically the polite version. Now, word has it they could fire coach Frank Vogel — after just one season.

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NBA playoff bets: Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 4 prediction, odds, pick for Sat. 4/27

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