The Lakers took control early, but Denver stayed close and won the game by a final score of 106-103 in Game 2.

The Nuggets defeated the Lakers in the postseason for the first time in 11 games since 1985.

Carmelo Anthony had 34 points and 14 rebounds, Billups had 27 points and 16 rebounds and Linas Kleiza added 16 points for the Nuggets.

Kobe Bryant had 32 points, Trevor Ariza scored a career playoff-high 20 and Pau Gasol 17 points and 17 rebounds for the Lakers.

Via AP

Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers

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