Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers Face Off in Key Playoff Seeding Matchup

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are expected to play despite injury designations, while LeBron James and Luka Doncic headline the Lakers' challenges.

The Denver Nuggets (42-24) host the Los Angeles Lakers (40-24) in a pivotal Western Conference matchup that could influence playoff seeding.
Nuggets stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are listed as probable and are expected to play, bolstering Denver's lineup.
The Lakers will be without LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, and Jaxson Hayes due to injuries, further complicating their recent three-game losing streak.
Luka Doncic remains a bright spot for Los Angeles, averaging 26.9 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game despite the team's struggles.
This is the third meeting between the teams this season, with the series tied 1-1; the final regular-season matchup is scheduled for March 19 in Los Angeles.