Lakers Secure Stunning 123-100 Win, Halting Nuggets' Nine-Game Winning Streak

Lakers End Denver's Hot Streak with Convincing Victory

The Los Angeles Lakers achieved a powerful 123-100 victory over the Denver Nuggets on February 22, 2025. This win not only halted Denver’s impressive nine-game winning streak but also highlighted a standout performance by Luka Dončić, who tallied a season-high 32 points along with 10 rebounds and 7 assists. His influence on the game was clear from the start, offering the Lakers a crucial edge.

In addition to Dončić's remarkable display, LeBron James showed his trademark brilliance with 25 points. Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura also played critical roles, scoring 23 and 21 points, respectively. While Hachimura had to leave the game in the fourth quarter due to a left-side injury, the Lakers continued their momentum. Even in his absence, they managed to extend their lead with a 12-2 run, demonstrating their depth and resilience.

Nuggets Struggle to Keep Up

The Nuggets found themselves struggling to find their rhythm, despite Aaron Gordon's 24 points and Jamal Murray's 19. Nikola Jokić, usually a commanding presence, found it difficult to hit his stride, achieving only 2-of-7 from the field. Despite his inefficiencies, he managed to notch his 26th triple-double of the season, but his six turnovers proved costly. Denver's attempts to stretch their winning run to ten games under Michael Malone's leadership ultimately fell short, a feat never reached in his decade with the team.

This commanding performance by the Lakers marked their first win on Denver's home court since April 2022, punctuating their struggle with a 13-1 record in games against the Nuggets. The Lakers are now set to enjoy the comfort of their home court with an upcoming six-game stretch starting with the Dallas Mavericks. Meanwhile, the Nuggets will look to get back on track as they head to Indiana for their next challenge.