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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets: All-Time Performance
Head-to-Head Record
The Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets have faced off 526 times in the NBA regular season and playoffs, with the Lakers holding a 291-235 advantage. In the playoffs, the Lakers have a 25-14 record against the Nuggets.
Regular Season Record
The Lakers and Nuggets have played 474 regular season games, with the Lakers holding a 253-221 record. The Lakers have won the last four regular season meetings between the two teams.
Playoff Record
The Lakers and Nuggets have met in the playoffs on 12 occasions, with the Lakers holding a 7-5 advantage. The Lakers have advanced to the next round in nine of those series.
Notable Moments
Some of the most memorable moments in the Lakers-Nuggets rivalry include:
- Kobe Bryant's 81-point game against the Nuggets in 2006, which is the second-highest scoring game in NBA history.
- The Lakers' 4-1 victory over the Nuggets in the 2009 Western Conference Finals, which was the first time the Lakers had advanced to the NBA Finals since 2002.
- The Nuggets' 4-1 victory over the Lakers in the 2020 Western Conference First Round, which was the Lakers' first playoff exit since 2013.
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