Nuggets earn 1st Finals appearance with sweep of Lakers

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

Nikola Jokic had an impressive performance with 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

The Denver Nuggets advanced to the NBA Finals for the first time in their team history.

They accomplished the feat by sweeping the Western Conference finals with a 113-111 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

Jamal Murray contributed 25 points to help the Nuggets overcome LeBron James' 31-point first half and a 15-point halftime deficit.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

Despite LeBron James' stellar performance with 40 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists, the Nuggets prevailed and extended their winning streak to six games.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

Jokic achieved his eighth triple-double of the playoffs, surpassing Wilt Chamberlain's record for triple-doubles in a single postseason.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

Aaron Gordon seemingly blocked LeBron James' shot at the buzzer, preventing the Lakers from tying the game.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

Jokic played a crucial role on both ends of the court, leading the Nuggets' defensive effort and delivering important baskets.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

The Lakers mounted a comeback and tied the game with five minutes remaining, but Jokic's 25-foot fallaway 3-pointer and tiebreaking layup helped the Nuggets secure the victory.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS

The Nuggets' triumph over the Lakers marked their first-ever elimination of the Lakers in eight playoff meetings and their first playoff series sweep.

2023 PLAYOFFS WEST FINAL | NUGGETS VS. LAKERS