Three keys for the Denver Nuggets to beat the Lakers

Punish the Lakers’ backcourt

The Los Angeles Lakers 24-5 record warrants respect, regardless of the numerous questions surrounding the team. Whether it’s the lethal combination of James and Davis or the defensive focus from coach Frank Vogel, the Lakers’ success is real.

However, as previously alluded, the Lakers aren’t without faults. Amidst the best start since the 2001-2002 championship season, the purple and gold ambassadors of the NBA have exposed significant cracks in its armor. LA’s backcourt poses no threat to the Denver Nuggets.

Two-time NBA champion Danny Green brings legitimacy to an otherwise subpar backcourt. Additionally, he is the only Laker besides James and Davis with a positive offensive box plus/minus.

Other than the three-and-d specialist, the Lakers don’t employ any other significant weapons in regards to the one and two-guard positions. Caruso, however, is a decent role player. Nonetheless, the Lakers already fall behind regarding guard play.

Jamal Murray, coming off two consecutive strong showings, seems like the safe choice to have another stand-out performance versus the Lakers’ weak backcourt. Aside from the starting backcourt, Denver’s back-up guards are primed for an efficient shooting.

The 24-year-old guard, Monte Morris, boasts the highest offensive rating of the four guards on the roster. None of the Lakers’ backup guards rival those numbers.

The Denver Nuggets, although not guaranteed a victory, do have a higher chance of winning if it implements the beneficial strategies.