Lakers face tough challenge against top-seeded Nuggets in Western Conference Finals.
TL;DR
The Denver Nuggets are expected to defend their home court and win Game 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers with a 5.5-point spread. The Lakers will have to adjust to the altitude in Denver, but they may rely on their offense to keep up with the Nuggets. However, Nikola Jokic's assist numbers may dip as the Lakers are unlikely to double-team him, and Anthony Davis will handle him one-on-one.
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