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The Los Angeles Lakers’ starters had a great Game 1 versus the Denver Nuggets, but the reserves were equally good in keeping control of the game and providing LA an easy win.
The Los Angeles Lakers delivered a convincing win in Game 1 against the Denver Nuggets. Even more encouraging is the contribution the bench made to achieve the 1-0 lead.
We know very well that depth is one of the deciding factors for the success of a team in the postseason and it is especially crucial for the Lakers in this Western Conference Finals, facing a deep Nuggets team.