Lakers Open as Massive Home Favorites in Game 3 Despite 0-2 Series Deficit
Los Angeles Lakers opened as 55-point home favorites against the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 of the Western Conference
Despite being down 0-2 in the series, the Lakers are heavy favorites at home in Game 3
May 20, 2023 at 12:21 am ET
The Denver Nuggets visit the Los Angeles Lakers for Game 3 of the Western Conference on Saturday night.
The Lakers are shockingly 55-point home favorites heading into Game 3 despite being in a 0-2 deficit.
The Nuggets have been impressive in the series so far, winning both games by double-digits. Nikola Jokic has been dominant, averaging 30.5 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game.
However, the Lakers are confident they can turn things around at home. LeBron James is averaging 25.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game in the series, and Anthony Davis is averaging 24.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game.
The Lakers are also hoping to get a boost from the return of Dennis Schroder, who missed the first two games of the series with an ankle injury.
Game 3 is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Saturday night. The Nuggets will be looking to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series, while the Lakers will be looking to avoid falling into a 0-3 hole.
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May 20, 2023 at 7:00 pm ET
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