nba Game Recap
Los Angeles Falls 113-111 to Nuggets - Recap
The Nuggets got a 30-point performance from Nikola Jokic, who added 14 rebounds as Denver ran past Los Angeles 113-111 on Monday at Crypto.com Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 226.0.
Denver got 25 points from Jamal Murray and another 22 points from Aaron Gordon. Nikola Jokic contributed 13 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Los Angeles got 40 points from LeBron James in a losing cause and another 21 points from Anthony Davis. LeBron James contributed 9 assists for the Lakers, while Anthony Davis had 14 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break losing 73-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Denver as they grabbed 40 boards, while Los Angeles only had 38