In a significant Game 3 playoff matchup, the LA Clippers defeated the Denver Nuggets 117-83, taking a 2-1 series lead. The game saw the Clippers responding strongly after a slow start, fueled by a 23-2 run that shifted momentum. Injuries plagued the Nuggets as Michael Porter Jr. struggled with a shoulder injury, and Russell Westbrook was unable to play in the second half due to a foot injury. With key players compromised, the Nuggets face mounting pressure as they head into Game 4, needing to avoid going down 3-1 in the series.
At the end of Game 2, the Nuggets were in crunch time with the Clippers. Unfortunately, Michael Porter Jr. turned the ball over late, and LA won the game.
After the game, Porter Jr. explained to reporters that his injury normally takes 4-5 weeks to fully heal. Doctors told him it wouldn't get worse unless he sprained it again.
The Nuggets never recovered and lost 117-83. To make matters worse, injuries are starting to pile up for Denver. Can they battle back being down 2-1 to the Clippers?
Russell Westbrook suffered an injury pre-game. ESPN's Ramona Shelbourne reported that Westbrook turned his left foot and did not play in the second half.
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