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Nuggets vs Lakers Final: 133-96 - Recap
The battle between the Nuggets and Lakers didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Los Angeles was handed a 133-96 defeat on Saturday at Ball Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 225.5.
Denver got 27 points from Bones Hyland and another 17 points from Nikola Jokic. Nikola Jokic contributed 13 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Los Angeles got 25 points from LeBron James in a losing cause and another 19 points from Russell Westbrook. Malik Monk contributed 6 assists for the Lakers, while LeBron James had 9 rebounds.
Denver led at halftime, 73-60.
Denver had a 48-41 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Denver heads into a battle against the Jazz. Los Angeles, meanwhile, will have their next action against Utah.