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Nuggets Dominate Lakers: Jokic and Gordon Shine in Game 3 Victory

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The Denver Nuggets edge closer to a sweep as Aaron Gordon and Nikola Jokic lead them to a Game 3 win against the Lakers. Will LeBron and his team bounce back?

The Denver Nuggets showcased their dominance in Game 3 against the Lakers, with Aaron Gordon delivering an impressive performance of 29 points and 15 rebounds, complemented by Nikola Jokic's 24 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists. This victory places the Nuggets on the brink of a sweep, leaving the Lakers facing imminent elimination in the playoffs. LeBron James and the Lakers struggled to find answers against the Nuggets' relentless offense and defense, facing their 11th consecutive loss to the reigning NBA champions.

As the tension mounts, the Nuggets-Lakers series sees Aaron Gordon stepping up with a playoff career night and the Nuggets hitting their stride, putting the Lakers in a precarious position. With the Lakers now on the verge of playoff elimination, the pressure is on for LeBron James and his team to rally and turn the series around. Despite their efforts, the Lakers continue to falter against the Nuggets, with Jamal Murray's stellar performance contributing to Denver's commanding lead.

The Lakers' offensive struggles persist as they fail to overcome the Nuggets' strong defense, leading to a commanding 3-0 series advantage for Denver. NBA fans took to Twitter to express their reactions to the Lakers' Game 3 loss, highlighting the Nuggets' impressive display and the Lakers' challenging situation. With Denver's remarkable 11-game winning streak against the Lakers, the Nuggets have firmly established their dominance over the Lakers in recent matchups, posing a significant challenge for LeBron and his team.

In a remarkable turn of events, the Denver Nuggets have emerged as a formidable force against the Lakers, showcasing their strength and skill on the court. As the series progresses, the Nuggets' consistent performance and the Lakers' struggles underline the intensity of the playoffs and the unpredictable nature of NBA matchups. Will the Lakers stage a comeback, or will the Nuggets continue their impressive run towards a potential sweep? Only time will tell in this thrilling postseason showdown.

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Gordon, Jokic lead Nuggets to brink of a sweep with Game 3 win ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Aaron Gordon had 29 points and 15 rebounds, Nikola Jokic added 24 points, 15 rebounds and nine assists, and the Denver Nuggets moved to the brink of the ...

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Nuggets-Lakers: 5 takeaways as Jokic, Gordon step up in Game 3 (NBA.com)

Aaron Gordon turns in a playoff career night and the Nuggets find their its A-game to put the Lakers on the brink of elimination.

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Lakers' 11th loss in a row to Nuggets leaves them on brink of playoff ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

LeBron James and other members of the Lakers offered insight into their vexing 11-game losing streak to defending NBA world champion Denver Nuggets.

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Lakers on the brink of elimination after losing third straight game to ... (CBS Los Angeles)

Jamal Murray scored 22 points as the defending NBA champion Nuggets won their 11th consecutive meeting with LeBron James and the Lakers in dominating style.

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Lakers' offense stalls again as Denver takes commanding 3-0 series ... (Spectrum News)

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Nuggets 112-105 Lakers (26 Apr, 2024) Game Recap - - ESPN (SG) (ESPN)

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Analysis | LeBron James and the Lakers are coming apart at the ... (The Washington Post)

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NBA Twitter reacts to Lakers losing to Nuggets in Game 3: 'I love you ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

The Denver Nuggets have taken a commanding 3-0 lead in the first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers with a 112-105 victory.

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For Lakers and Darvin Ham, another blown lead to Nuggets leaves ... (The Athletic)

The Lakers are a game away from being eliminated after the Nuggets stretched their winning streak to an incredible 11 games.

Lakers takeaways: Another bad shooting night, Darvin Ham hears it (Los Angeles Times)

Five takeaways from the Lakers' 112-105 loss in Game 3 of their first-round series with the Nuggets that put L.A. on the verge of elimination.

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Lakers' offense stalls again as Denver takes commanding 3-0 series ... (Spectrum News 1)

Another poor second half led to another loss to the Denver Nuggets, 112-105, in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs Thursday at Crypto.com Arena.

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Nuggets domination: Breezing by Lakers again, Jokić's style and D ... (The Athletic)

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Why The Denver Nuggets Have Completely Owned The Lakers For ... (Forbes)

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Nuggets 112-105 Lakers (Apr 25, 2024) Game Recap - ESPN (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA game from April 25, 2024 on ESPN.

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Former NBA Player's Honest Darvin Ham Statement During Lakers ... (Sports Illustrated)

The Denver Nuggets are up 3-0 on the Los Angeles Lakers, which is increasing the noise surrounding Lakers head coach Darvin Ham and the organization's plans ...

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Nuggets psyching themselves up to sweep Lakers: “It's a hell of a ... (The Denver Post)

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Lakers takeaways: Another bad shooting night, Darvin Ham hears it ... (Yahoo Sports)

Five takeaways from the Lakers' 112-105 loss in Game 3 of their first-round series with the Nuggets that put L.A. on the verge of elimination.

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Nuggets psyching themselves up to sweep Lakers: “It's a hell of a ... (Canon City Daily Record)

“We had to win four close-out games to win the championship last year, so our guys understand that,” coach Michael Malone said from the team's hotel. “This will ...

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Lakers News: LeBron James, Anthony Davis Explain Mentality ... (Sports Illustrated)

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