If you thought the Lakers-Nuggets budding rivalry was going to fade into the background, then think again. After being swept by them in the Western Conference Finals, the Lakers won’t have to wait long for revenge on the Nuggets.
The two teams will kick off the 2023-24 season on Opening Night on TNT, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.
JUST IN: Opening Night schedule for the 2023-24 NBA season Oct. 24 on TNT, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium:
- Los Angeles Lakers @ Denver Nuggets
- Phoenix Suns @ Golden State Warriors— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 10, 2023That means the Lakers get to watch the Nuggets receive their rings to start the season.