In a jaw-dropping moment, Jamal Murray sank a remarkable fadeaway buzzer-beater over Anthony Davis, propelling the Nuggets to a thrilling 101-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of their opening-round playoff series.
"Murray, makes a move…GOOOOOOOOD. THE NUGGETS HAVE WON."
Kevin Harlan on the call for Jamal Murray's buzzer-beater. Nuggets come back from being down 20 to take a 2-0 lead. pic.twitter.com/QOMxBC8pd9
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) April 23, 2024
With the game tied and time running out, Murray took matters into his own hands. He drove at Anthony Davis before executing a sensational step-back move and launching a shot that left the Lakers’ defense stunned. Murray tumbled into the Nuggets’ bench as the ball swished through the net, igniting a euphoric celebration at Ball Arena in Denver.
Murray’s heroics were not limited to the final seconds of the game. The dynamic guard erupted for 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, spearheading a remarkable 20-point comeback in the second half. The Nuggets, led by Murray’s clutch performance, now hold a commanding 2-0 series lead over the defending champion Lakers.
As the series shifts to Los Angeles for Game 3 on Thursday night, the Nuggets find themselves riding a wave of momentum, having secured their 10th consecutive victory over the Lakers. With Murray leading the charge, the Nuggets are poised to continue their quest for postseason glory.
