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Lakers' Reaves Shines in Overtime Victory Over Nuggets

3/15/2026

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Summary

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Austin Reaves sealed the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-125 overtime win over the Denver Nuggets by intentionally missing a free throw, grabbing the rebound, and scoring a tying floater with 5.2 seconds left.
LeBron James praised Reaves for his timing.
The Lakers extended their five-game win streak and rose to third in the Western Conference.
The Nuggets expressed frustration over defensive lapses and fell below .500 in clutch games.

History

Historical Context

The 1980 NBA Finals marked a pivotal moment in basketball history, as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 4-2, securing their seventh championship. Magic Johnson, stepping in for the injured Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, delivered a legendary performance in Game 6, scoring 42 points. This victory not only showcased the Lakers' innovative "Showtime" style but also solidified their rivalry with the Celtics in the 1980s.

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Story summary

Austin Reaves sealed the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-125 overtime win over the Denver Nuggets by intentionally missing a free throw, grabbing the rebound, and scoring a tying floater with 5.2 seconds left.
LeBron James praised Reaves for his timing.
The Lakers extended their five-game win streak and rose to third in the Western Conference.
The Nuggets expressed frustration over defensive lapses and fell below .500 in clutch games.

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