Inside the NBA Reacts To Jamal Murray's Game-Winner To Lift Nuggets Over Lakers | NBA on TNT

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22 Apr 202410:51

Summary

TLDRThe video script captures a thrilling night in the NBA, highlighting the dramatic victory of the Knicks over the Sixers and the Denver Nuggets' incredible comeback against the Lakers, winning 101-99 despite trailing by 20 points in the third quarter. The game's highlights include LeBron James' remarkable play and Jamal Murray's clutch performance, scoring 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter alone. The script also discusses the Lakers' defensive strategies and the Nuggets' resilience, with special praise for D'Angelo Russell's improvement from game one. The commentary emphasizes the importance of the Lakers' focus on game three after such a heartbreaking loss and the need to learn from the experience to bounce back stronger.

Takeaways

  • 🏀 The Knicks won dramatically against the Sixers, highlighting a crazy night in basketball.
  • 📊 The Denver Nuggets made a remarkable comeback to beat the Lakers 101-99 after trailing by 20 points in the third quarter.
  • 🚫 LeBron James showcased a great block and contributed significantly to the Lakers' efforts.
  • 🔥 D'Angelo Russell improved from game one to game two, stepping up his game under pressure.
  • 🎯 Jamal Murray had a slow start but finished strong, scoring 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter.
  • 🤔 The Lakers' strategy of doubling down on the Joker (Nikola Jokic) when leading by 20 points is questioned as it may have contributed to the Nuggets' comeback.
  • 🚨 Nikola Jokic's performance was exceptional, achieving a triple-double with 27 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists.
  • 📈 The Nuggets' defense and better offense in the second half were pivotal in their comeback against the Lakers.
  • 🏆 Jamal Murray is praised for his dream-come-true buzzer-beater shot to win the game for the Nuggets.
  • 🤷‍♂️ The Lakers are urged to focus on the work and recovery for game three after the heartbreaking loss.
  • 👏 Shout out to the Denver Nuggets for their stability in the face of adversity, which played a key role in their victory.

Q & A

  • Which team won the game between the Knicks and the Sixers?

    -The Knicks won the game against the Sixers.

  • How did the Denver Nuggets perform in their game against the Lakers?

    -The Denver Nuggets beat the Lakers with a score of 101 to 99, coming back from a 20-point deficit in the third quarter.

  • What was the initial score of the Denver Nuggets and Lakers game?

    -The Denver Nuggets were trailing with a score of Joker LeBron 1-0, nothing.

  • How did D'Angelo Russell perform in game two after struggling in game one?

    -D'Angelo Russell stepped up his game in the second game, contributing significantly to the team's performance.

  • What was the final score of the game between the Lakers and the Nuggets?

    -The final score was 101 to 99 in favor of the Denver Nuggets.

  • Who was credited for making every play down the stretch in the Lakers and Nuggets game?

    -The Denver Nuggets were credited for making every play down the stretch.

  • What was the significance of the Joker's performance in the game?

    -The Joker had an impressive performance with 27 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists, achieving a rare triple-double statistic in NBA history.

  • How did Jamal Murray contribute to the Nuggets' comeback?

    -Jamal Murray scored 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, which played a crucial role in the Nuggets' comeback.

  • What was the largest lead the Lakers had during the game?

    -The largest lead the Lakers had during the game was 20 points.

  • What was the final outcome for the Lakers in the postseason after this game?

    -The Lakers fell to the Denver Nuggets with a score of 101 to 99, marking the largest blown lead of the season for them.

  • What was the strategy discussed regarding the Lakers' defense on the Joker?

    -The strategy discussed was the Lakers' decision to double-team the Joker, which some analysts questioned as it allowed other Denver players to get into the game.

  • What was the sentiment expressed by the commentators about the Lakers' performance?

    -The commentators expressed that it was tough for the Lakers, acknowledging the heartbreak of the loss and the need to focus on the work and preparation for game three.

Outlines

00:00

🏀 Exciting NBA Games and Denver's Comeback Victory

The first paragraph discusses the thrilling games in the NBA, highlighting the Knicks' victory over the Sixers and the Denver Nuggets' impressive win against the Lakers, where they overcame a 20-point deficit in the third quarter. The discussion emphasizes the Nuggets' resilience and the Lakers' struggle to maintain their lead. It also praises the performance of players like Jamal Murray, LeBron James, and D'Angelo Russell, and the critical moments that defined the games, including game-changing plays and the emotional impact of the outcomes on the teams and their fans.

05:01

🗣️ Post-Game Analysis and Strategy for the Lakers

The second paragraph focuses on the aftermath of the Lakers' loss and the importance of their response in the upcoming games. It talks about the challenges of dealing with tough calls during the game and the necessity for the Lakers to focus on their gameplay rather than external factors. The discussion also commends the Denver Nuggets for their performance and the individual efforts of players like D'Angelo Russell and the 'Joker'. It questions the Lakers' strategy of doubling down on the Joker late in the game when they had a significant lead and suggests that they should have continued their initial successful tactics.

10:02

🎯 Jamal Murray's Clutch Performance and Denver's Season Record

The third paragraph celebrates Jamal Murray's clutch performance for the Denver Nuggets, which contributed to their victory over the Lakers with a final score of 101 to 99. It notes the largest blown lead of the season by the Lakers and the critical moments in the fourth quarter where Murray scored 14 of his 20 points, including the game-winning shot at the buzzer. The paragraph also acknowledges the dream of every basketball player to hit a decisive shot and the excitement it brings to the game.

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Keywords

💡NBA

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is the preeminent men's professional basketball league in North America, and it is central to the video's theme as it discusses various NBA teams and players. The NBA is known for its high level of competition and star players, which is evident in the script's references to teams like the Knicks, the Lakers, and players such as LeBron James.

💡LeBron James

LeBron James is a professional basketball player who has played for teams like the Lakers, as mentioned in the script. He is considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time. His performance, including a steal and a one-point game situation, is discussed in the context of the game's outcome, highlighting his impact on the team's dynamics and the game's strategy.

💡Jamal Murray

Jamal Murray is a professional basketball player for the Denver Nuggets, as referenced in the script. His performance in the game is highlighted, particularly his scoring 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, which is a key moment in the video's narrative. His ability to 'mix it up' and not rely solely on jump shots showcases his versatility as a player.

💡Playoffs

The NBA playoffs are the championship series held after the regular season to determine the league's champion. The script discusses the significance of the games being part of the playoffs, indicating the high stakes and intensity of the competition. The term is used to emphasize the critical nature of each game and the teams' efforts to advance in the tournament.

💡Buzzer Beater

A buzzer beater refers to a shot that is released just before the game clock runs out and is successful, often resulting in a game-winning score. In the script, it is mentioned in the context of a player's dream to hit such a shot, which is a pivotal moment in the game and a highlight of the video's narrative.

💡

💡Double Team

Double teaming is a defensive strategy in basketball where two defenders work together to guard a single offensive player, usually one who is a strong scorer. The script discusses the Lakers' decision to double team the 'Joker', a strategy that is questioned by the commentators in the context of the game's situation.

💡Joker

In the context of this script, 'Joker' likely refers to Nikola Jokic, a professional basketball player known for his nickname 'The Joker' and his role with the Denver Nuggets. The term is used to highlight his impressive statistics during the game, such as a triple-double with 27 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists.

💡Triple-Double

A triple-double in basketball is achieved when a player accumulates at least ten of three of the five standard statistical categories used to evaluate a player's performance (points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocked shots) in a single game. The script emphasizes the Joker's triple-double as a significant achievement in the game.

💡D'Angelo Russell

D'Angelo Russell is a professional basketball player who, according to the script, had a strong performance in game two after facing criticism. His improvement and contribution to the team's success are highlighted, showing his resilience and impact on the game.

💡Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves is a professional basketball player mentioned in the script for his contribution to the Lakers' game, specifically for making a three-pointer. His mention underscores the importance of individual players' contributions to the team's overall performance.

💡Strategy

In the context of the video, strategy refers to the tactical decisions made by coaches and players during the game. The script discusses the Lakers' strategy of doubling down on the Joker and questions its effectiveness, highlighting the critical role strategy plays in the outcome of the game.

Highlights

The Knicks won dramatically against the Sixers.

The Denver Nuggets beat the Lakers 101-99, coming back from a 20-point deficit in the third quarter.

LeBron James had a block and met Jamal Murray at the apex.

D'Angelo Russell struggled in game one but stepped up his game in game two.

Austin Reaves hit a three-pointer to put the Lakers on top by seven.

Jamal Murray scored 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Nuggets come back.

Aaron Gordon made a game-changing play that might have been the play of the game.

The Nuggets showed great defense and offense to come back from down 20 in the third quarter.

LeBron James had a steal and made it a one-point game late in the fourth quarter.

Jamal Murray hit a buzzer-beater to win the game for the Nuggets.

Darvin Ham, Lakers coach, emphasized the importance of focusing on game three after the heartbreaking loss.

The Lakers had the largest blown lead of the season in the playoffs.

Nikola Jokic had a triple-double with 27 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists.

Jokic is the only player besides Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Dave Cowens to have multiple 25-20-10 games in the playoffs.

Anthony Davis scored 20 points but did not take any shots in the fourth quarter.

The Lakers' defense faltered late in the game, allowing the Nuggets to make their comeback.

The Nuggets showed great stability and resilience to come back from a big deficit and win the game.

Transcripts

00:05

>> CRAZY NIGHT ON CHARLES

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HENNING AT THE BOARD AND THE

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LAST SECOND.

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>> HEY, YO, KNICKS OVER THE

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SIXERS DRAMATICALLY.

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>> AND JUST SAW THE DENVER

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NUGGETS BEAT THE LAKERS, 101

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99 WHEN THEY TRAILED BY 20

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IN THE THIRD QUARTER, YOU

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WONDER HOW A TEAM CAN BEAT

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ANOTHER TEAM TEN TIMES IN A

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ROW? WELL, YOU WIN GAMES

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LIKE THIS ONE ALONG THE WAY.

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WHEN YOU'RE DOWN BY 20.

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WELCOME, EVERYBODY. CAN'T

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WAIT TO GET INTO THIS. WHAT

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ABOUT TWO OUT. LET'S DO A

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TWO HOUR SHOW TONIGHT. LET'S

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DO IT. THIS STUFF IS SO

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GOOD.

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>> WE BETTER DO IT FROM A

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BAR. 1244 HERE ON THE EAST

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COAST FROM THE PUB

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CHEVROLET. DO IT FROM THE

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HIGHLIGHTS.

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>> LET'S SEE HOW THIS THING

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PLAYED OUT, MAN.

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>> WE'LL TAKE THE NUGGETS

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JOKER LEBRON ONE NOTHING

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DENVER SERIES HEADING INTO

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GAME TWO.

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>> WATCH LEBRON HERE.

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>> THAT'S A HELL OF A BLOCK

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MEETING JAMAL MURRAY AT THE

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APEX. OH DON'T LOOK AT HIM

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BRAUN BRAUN YEAH THAT WAS

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GREAT D'ANGELO RUSSELL

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STRUGGLED IN GAME ONE.

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>> NOT SO IN GAME TWO.

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>> YEAH THEY FOUND A WAY TO

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BLAME HIM FOR THIS LOSS TOO.

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YEAH HE REALLY STEPPED UP

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HIS GAME. OH GREAT PASS.

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THAT'S A GREAT PASS.

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>> AUSTIN REAVES TO LEBRON

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ALL BY HIS LONESOME.

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KNOCKING DOWN THAT THREE.

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LAKERS ON TOP BY SEVEN.

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EARLY JOKER THROUGH THE

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PAINT.

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>> OH WHAT KIND OF DEFENSE

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IS THAT. YOU GOTTA TAKE THE

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DRIBBLE HANDOFF. OH COME ON

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STOP IT. THAT'S CALLED

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MISDIRECTION PLAY CHUCK STOP

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IT. ARE RUSSELL STAYING HOT

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IN THE SECOND QUARTER AT 18

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IN THE FIRST HALF. KUDOS TO

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RUSSELL FOR TAKING ALL THAT

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FLAK COMING OUT PLAYING YEAH

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HE PLAYED GREAT. SHAQ 6' IN

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THE FIRST HALF AD WAS

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BALLING TONIGHT TWO. OOH.

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>> AND HERE ANOTHER NICE

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OUTLET IN THIS ONE TO LEBRON

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. AND HE GETS IT TO FALL

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BALL.

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>> COME ON MAN YEAH YOU CAN

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FLEX ON THAT 5944 AT THE

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HALF.

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>> BUT THE LEAD WOULD GROW

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AUSTIN REAVES FOR THREE. AND

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THEN AD OVER. GORDON 74 TO

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55.

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>> YEAH. WHEN AD GOT THE

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BALL IN THAT POSITION HE WAS

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TOUGH TO STOP. BUT HERE

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COMES BASEBALL.

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>> OH KCP I KNOW HE HAD THAT

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IN THE GAME KENNY.

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>> NOT AT ALL.

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>> NUGGETS COMING AT HIM.

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HERE'S JAMAL MURRAY JELLY

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AND THEN MURRAY AGAIN IN A

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FOUR POINT GAME. CUTS THE

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LEAD TO TWO.

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>> HE STARTED MIXING IT UP

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ERNIE NOT NOT RELYING ON THE

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JUMP SHOT RIGHT TO THE RIM.

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>> YEAH BUT HERE COMES THE

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KING.

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>> YEAH LEBRON AND THE

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LAKERS.

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>> GIVE ME ANOTHER ONE BRAUN

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BRAUN TRYING TO PULL THEM

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OFF. WE LOVE THE GAME. BUT

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SOMEBODY'S GETTING READY TO

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OVERTHROW HIS COUNTRY. LOOK

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AT THIS.

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>> AND ONE OH MISSED THE

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FREE THROW 9185.

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>> TOO LITTLE.

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>> COME ON GIVE ME OH OH

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COME ON MAN COME ON MAN 2720

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AND TEN.

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>> BUT LEBRON WITH THE STEAL

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AND A ONE POINT GAME.

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>> YEAH. DUNK IT THOUGH. I

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TELL YOU WHAT. WE ACTUALLY

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HIS NUMBERS 2720 AND TEN.

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>> YEAH.

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>> OH MY GOD THAT RIGHT

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THERE PORTER JUNIOR THAT

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PLAY BY AARON GORDON MIGHT

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HAVE BEEN THE PLAY OF THE

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GAME. HE HAD 95 MAC MCCLUNG

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RUSSELL TOUGH PLAY.

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>> OH RESTORES THE L.A. LEAD

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.

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>> TOUGH SHOT.

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>> NO THAT'S THAT'S HIS

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MOVE.

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>> HE WAS THREE FOR 16

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MURRAY THROUGH THE FIRST

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THREE QUARTERS. OH WE HAD 14

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OF HIS 20. GIVE ME THAT

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FOURTH LEBRON.

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>> NO I THINK HE COULD HAVE

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GOT A BETTER SHOT THAN HE

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SHOT. HE SHOT. HE SHOT THAT

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WITH JUST BECAUSE HE WAS

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WIDE OPEN.

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>> THAT'S WHAT YOU SHOULD

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SHOOT IT RIGHT. YEAH. NO

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TIME SWITCH THERE WITH THE

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BALL.

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>> THAT'S A SWITCH.

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>> HE WON THE GAME ON THE

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LINE. BACK IT IS.

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>> STEP YOU BACK. GET OUT OF

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THERE.

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>> NUGGETS DOWN 20 IN THE

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THIRD. COME ALL THE WAY

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BACK.

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>> THAT'S GREAT DEFENSE.

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JUST BETTER OFFENSE. GET OUT

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OF THERE AD. GET OUT OF

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THERE.

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>> GREAT CHALLENGE.

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>> JUST GREAT. THAT'S JUST

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BETTER OFFENSE MAN.

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>> HERE TO BEAT THE PICTURE

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PITCHER.

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>> JUST INCREDIBLE CHUCK MAN

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I'VE BEEN HERE OVER I THINK

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24 YEARS.

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>> BEST DOUBLE HEADER EVER.

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MY MAN WAS CORRECT IN HIS

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TWEET.

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>> SO THEY CELEBRATE IN

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DENVER WITH THE 101 TO 99

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WIN AT THE HORN. MEANTIME IF

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YOU'RE THE LAKERS AND YOU'RE

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DARVIN HAM WHAT YOU'RE

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THINKING DARVIN THIS WAS

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ABOUT OBVIOUSLY HIS

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HEARTBREAKING AND THE LOSS

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AS YOU CAN KIND OF HAVE WITH

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THE BUZZER BEATER.

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>> YOU'VE BEEN ON THE OTHER

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SIDE OF THAT. I'M SURE IN

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OTHER TIMES IN YOUR CAREER,

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WHAT'S THE KEY TO BOUNCING

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BACK IN THE NEXT 72 HOURS

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AND KIND OF JUST WIPING THE

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SLATE WITH THIS ONE, MAKING

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IT ABOUT THE WORK AND

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KNOWING THAT YOU STILL HAVE

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ABUNDANCE OF LIFE, YOU STILL

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HAVE AN ABUNDANCE OF LIFE,

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BUT WE GOT TO MAKE IT ABOUT

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THE WORK AND KEEP IT ABOUT

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THE WORK.

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>> IT'S TOUGH. SOME TOUGH

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CALLS, SOME TOUGH NINE

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CALLS. BUT, YOU KNOW, YOU

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CAN'T USE ANY OF THAT AS AN

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EXCUSE. YOU GOT TO GO OUT

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THERE AND BE READY TO MAKE

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PLAYS WHETHER THE WHISTLE

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GETS BLOWN OR NOT, IT'S

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GETTING REAL TRICKY. GO

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THROUGH THE SEASON GAMES

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BEING OFFICIATED ONE WAY,

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AND THEN YOU'RE GETTING THE

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PLAYOFFS, AND THEN IT'S LIKE

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, I GUESS IT'S UP TO THE

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INTERPRETATION OF THE THREE

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INDIVIDUAL, GUYS THAT'S

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DOING THE JOB OUT THERE. BUT

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ALL THAT SAID, YOU JUST HAVE

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TO KNOW THAT, YEAH. IT

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STINGS. REMEMBER THIS

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FEELING AS WE TAKE IT BACK

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HOME TO LA, AND WE GOT TO

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GIVE THEM THAT SAME FEELING

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IN GAME THREE. WE CAN'T WE

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CAN'T. THAT NEEDS TO BE THE

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SOLE FOCUS RECOVERY PROCESS.

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HAVE TO START NOW IS FILLING

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OUR CUPS BACK UP. BUT GAME

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THREE IT'S ALL ABOUT GAME

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THREE RIGHT NOW.

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>> AND GAME THREE IS

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THURSDAY, WHICH YOU'LL SEE

06:08

ON TNT. HE WENT DOWN THAT

06:10

ROAD, CHUCK.

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>> I DIDN'T LIKE THAT ROAD.

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>> WHAT ROAD, ABOUT THE

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FISHERS HAD NOTHING TO DO

06:15

WITH THAT GAME.

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>> WELL, HE'S A COACH.

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>> YEAH, THAT'S. I DON'T

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CARE WHO YOU ARE, DO YOU?

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YOU HAVE TO. IT'S TWO THINGS

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HERE. THE LAKERS, THE. THIS

06:23

IS ALL ABOUT THE DENVER

06:24

NUGGETS. I DON'T EVEN THINK

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THE LAKERS I MEAN OBVIOUSLY

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WHEN YOU GIVE UP A 20 POINT

06:28

LEAD YOU HAVE TO MAKE SOME

06:30

MISTAKES. BUT THEY MADE

06:31

EVERY PLAY DOWN THE STRETCH.

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AND SO DID THE NUGGETS. THIS

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HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE

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OFFICIATING MAN. GIVE THEM

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NUGGETS CREDIT MAN. THEM

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BOYS BALLED OUT THE LAKERS.

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I GIVE LEBRON CREDIT I GIVE

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AD CREDIT. THE MOST PERSON

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THE PERSON I WANT TO GIVE

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THE MOST CREDIT FOR IS

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D'ANGELO RUSSELL. YOU KNOW,

06:47

HE'D BEEN KILLED ON

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TELEVISION THE LAST 48

06:51

HOURS. HE REALLY STEPPED UP

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TONIGHT. BUT MAN, WE LISTEN.

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JAMAL'S GOING TO GET ALL THE

06:58

LOVE HE DESERVES. BUT WHEN

07:01

YOU PUT THAT STAT UP ABOUT

07:02

THE JOKER, MAN, WHEN YOU PUT

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THAT STAT UP AND PUT HIM ON

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A NAME THAT HE'S UP THERE

07:08

WITH, IT'S JUST INCREDIBLE.

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I JUST HOPE WE APPRECIATE

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THIS DUDE MAN. BECAUSE THEY

07:12

GOING TO PUT SOME NUMBERS

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UP. WE WILL TALK SOME STATS

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THEY GOING TO PUT UP. YEAH.

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IT'S ONLY BEEN DONE BY THE

07:18

CREME DE LA CREME AND THE

07:20

HISTORY OF THIS GAME.

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>> LET'S LET'S TAKE A LOOK

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AT THE AMERICAN EXPRESS

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TRIPLE DOUBLE.

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>> PUT SOME NUMBERS UP IF WE

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CAN.

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>> BECAUSE A 27 POINT, 20

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REBOUND, TEN ASSIST NIGHT

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FOR THE JOKER. DO WE HAVE

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THAT. YES WE DO. AS A MATTER

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OF FACT, SO THOSE ARE THE

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TWO TRIPLE DOUBLES SO FAR IN

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THESE PLAYOFFS. BUT JOKER

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HAS DONE THAT FOUR TIMES 25,

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20 AND TEN OKAY. HE'S DONE

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IT FOUR TIMES. THE REST OF

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THE NBA IN THE HISTORY OF

07:49

THE NBA HAS DONE IT FOUR

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TIMES.

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>> THAT'S CRAZY.

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>> WILT TWICE KAREEM ONCE

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DAVE COWAN.

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>> AND I LOVE ME SOME DAVE

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COLLINS. EVEN THOUGH HE'D BE

07:58

PADDING HIS STATS BECAUSE HE

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CAN'T BE THAT GREAT ON THEM

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REBOUNDS. HE'S BEEN GETTING.

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I LOVE DAVE COLLINS, BUT MAN

08:03

HE'S. BUT MAN LOOK THAT'S

08:05

AMAZING MAN. YOU KNOW WE

08:06

TALK ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY

08:08

EARLY. YOU KNOW THE LAKERS

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GOT TO THE 20 POINT LEAD AND

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WASN'T ABLE TO SUSTAIN IT.

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NEVER BEEN A COACH. BUT I

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WOULD QUESTION THE LAKERS TO

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HAVE WHEN YOU'RE UP 20 WHY

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DO YOU DOUBLE DENVER WHEN

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THEY'RE NOT SHOOTING. WELL

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WHEN YOU DOUBLE A DENVER A

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GUY LIKE JOKER BECAUSE OF

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TEN ASSISTS. HE'S A GREAT

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PASSING BIG MAN. LET THE

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OTHER GUYS BEAT YOU. JOKER

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IS GOING TO GET HIS NUMBER.

08:27

THEY WAS UP 20. DIDN'T

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SUSTAIN WHAT THEY WAS DOING

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AD ONLY TOOK ONE NO NO SHOTS

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IN THE FOURTH QUARTER I MEAN

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ONE SHOT IN THE FOURTH

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QUARTER. NO POINTS IN THE

08:36

FOURTH QUARTER. YOU KNOW,

08:38

THE THINGS THAT THEY DID TO

08:39

GET THEM THAT LEAD AD WAS

08:40

DOMINATING. HE REALLY DIDN'T

08:41

GET INTO HIM. BUT I WOULD

08:42

QUESTION WHEN YOU'RE UP 20,

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WHY DO YOU DOUBLE ERNIE ME

08:46

KID AND SHAQ WERE TALKING

08:47

ABOUT THAT IN THE BACK.

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WE'RE LIKE WHY ARE THEY

08:50

DOUBLING JOKER TO GET THOSE

08:50

OTHER GUYS GOING? THEY WERE

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UP 20 AND INSTEAD OF JOKER

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JUST GETTING TO THEY STARTED

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DOUBLING HIM. THEY KEPT

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DOUBLING HIM UP. 20 I DIDN'T

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LIKE THAT STRATEGY BECAUSE

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WE WERE ASKING LIKE, YO MAN,

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WHAT? BECAUSE YOU, ME AND

09:04

KENNY LOOKED AT LIKE, WHY?

09:06

SHAQ ALSO HE SAYS WHY THEY

09:07

STILL DOUBLE AND JOKER I

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WOULD.

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>> YOU JUST GOT THAT FEELING

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TOO AS THAT DENVER STARTED

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TO REEL HIM IN AND THEN

09:14

SUDDENLY THAT 20 POINT LEAD

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OH NOW IT'S A LITTLE MORE

09:16

MANAGEABLE. AND OH, NOW, NOW

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IT'S TEN AND NOW THE CHAMP'S

09:18

IN, AND NOW THE CHAMPS ARE

09:20

IN THEIR GYM AND THEY'RE.

09:22

AND IT'S BACK TO BEING A

09:23

BALL GAME.

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>> WELL, TO ME, WHEN I

09:25

WATCHED IT THEY WERE UP 15

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AT HALF TIME. I DIDN'T THINK

09:28

IT WAS A GOOD 15. AND YOU

09:29

ASKED ME COULD THEY WIN? I

09:31

SAID YEAH, I THINK DENVER

09:32

WOULD WIN THIS GAME ONLY

09:33

BECAUSE THE LAKERS WERE

09:35

MAKING TOUGH SHOTS. DENVER

09:38

WAS MISSING GOOD SHOTS WITH

09:39

A 24 SECOND SHOT CLOCK.

09:41

THERE'S ENOUGH POSSESSIONS

09:42

TO CUT IT TO TEN BY THE END

09:45

OF THE THIRD QUARTER. AND IF

09:47

YOU CONTINUE TO LIKE JAMAL

09:48

MURRAY IN THE EARLY GOING,

09:49

THOSE SHOTS WERE NOT BAD

09:51

SHOTS. THEY HAD A LOT.

09:52

>> THEY HAD A LOT OF

09:53

RATTLING IN AND OUT.

09:55

>> YEAH, THEY WERE GOOD

09:56

SHOTS. I SAW A LOT OF

09:58

STEPBACK THREES FROM THE

09:59

LAKERS. I SAW HIGH OFF THE

10:00

GLASS LAYUPS. I SAW TRICK

10:01

LAYUPS. I WAS LIKE, YOU'RE

10:04

NOT GOING TO MAKE A STEADY

10:05

DIET OF THOSE. IF YOU KEEP

10:07

PLAYING THAT DEFENSE THE WAY

10:08

DENVER DOES, AND THEY HAVE

10:09

ENOUGH GREAT PLAYERS TO DO

10:11

IT. SHOUT OUT TO DENVER

10:12

NUGGETS FOR THEIR THEIR

10:13

STABILITY IN THE STORM TO BE

10:14

STABLE.

10:15

>> LARGEST BLOWN LEAD OF THE

10:17

SEASON FOR THE LAKERS. AND

10:18

IT COMES AT THE ABSOLUTE

10:19

WORST TIME IN THE POSTSEASON

10:21

AS THEY FALL TO THE DENVER

10:25

NUGGETS 101 TO 99, JAMAL

10:26

MURRAY, THE GUY, WITH HIS 20

10:31

ON NINE OF 24 SHOOTING

10:32

AGAIN. THREE FOR 16 THROUGH

10:34

THE FIRST THREE QUARTERS.

10:35

AND THEN SCORES 14 OF HIS 20

10:38

IN THE FOURTH, INCLUDING

10:40

THAT.

10:40

>> THAT'S EVERY THAT'S EVERY

10:41

PLAYER'S DREAM, ERNIE.

10:44

THAT'S EVERY PLAYER WHO EVER

10:45

TOUCHED THE BASKETBALL DREAM

10:48

TO HIT A SHOT AT THE BUZZER.

10:50

OH, THIS ONE TOO