Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers: A Comprehensive Game Log
Regular Season Game Log
The Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers have faced off in a total of 192 regular season games, with the Lakers holding a 138-91 advantage.
Playoff Game Log
The two teams have also met in the playoffs on 5 occasions, with the Lakers holding a 3-2 record. Their most recent playoff matchup was in the 2020 Western Conference Finals, which the Lakers won in five games.
Overall Head-to-Head Record
Including both regular season and playoff games, the Lakers hold a 143-93 overall head-to-head record against the Nuggets. This gives the Lakers a winning percentage of 60.8% against their Western Conference rivals.
Notable Games
Some notable games in the Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers rivalry include:
- January 29, 1985: The Nuggets defeated the Lakers 154-139, setting a franchise record for points scored in a game.
- June 1, 2009: The Lakers defeated the Nuggets 103-94 in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals to clinch the series 4-2.
- April 12, 2012: The Nuggets defeated the Lakers 109-101 in their first game at the Pepsi Center since moving to Denver from Buffalo in 1976.
- May 24, 2020: The Lakers defeated the Nuggets 117-109 in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals to clinch the series 4-1 and advance to the NBA Finals.
The Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers are two of the most storied franchises in NBA history. Their rivalry is one of the most heated and competitive in the league, and it is sure to continue for many years to come.
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