The Lakers defended home-court advantage successfully by defeating the Denver Nuggets 104-100 to extend their series lead to 2-0. Kobe Bryant led the way for the Lakers with 38 points and Andrew Bynum had a playoff career-high 27 points. Ty Lawson recovered nicely for the Nuggets after a disappointing game one with 25 points and seven assists.
Post Game Chat: Lakers Beat the Nuggets Again
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