Los Angeles Clippers VS Denver Nuggets – Game 2: Live Stream Play-by-play
Clippers vs. Nuggets Game 2 – 2025 NBA Playoffs Breakdown | Jokic, Harden, Murray & More!
The Western Conference heats up in Game 2 as the Denver Nuggets look to take a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Los Angeles Clippers in this high-stakes first-round matchup of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. After erasing a 15-point deficit and grinding out a 112-110 overtime win in Game 1, the defending champs are ready to defend Ball Arena once again. But with Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and the Clippers hungry for revenge, Game 2 is shaping up to be must-see TV.
🕙 Tip-off: Monday, April 21 at 10:00 PM ET
📍 Location: Ball Arena, Denver, CO
📺 Streaming: FuboTV (Try for free)
💰 Spread: Clippers -1 | O/U: 218.5
📈 Moneyline: Clippers -118 | Nuggets -102
🔥 Game 1 Recap:
Denver came out cold but stormed back in the second half behind their two stars: Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray. Jokić put together a vintage stat line with 29 points, 12 assists, 9 rebounds, and 3 steals. Murray added 21 points, 9 boards, and 7 dimes, hitting clutch shots late in the fourth.
Meanwhile, James Harden led all scorers with 32 points and chipped in 11 assists and 6 rebounds in an effort that nearly stole Game 1 on the road. Kawhi Leonard added 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 steals—but also had 7 turnovers in the loss.
Key Team Stats – Game 1:
Denver Nuggets
FG%: 43.6%
3PT%: 33.3%
REB: 45
AST: 24
TO: 11
Los Angeles Clippers
FG%: 50.0%
3PT%: 36.4%
REB: 44
AST: 25
TO: 20
📊 Regular Season Trends:
Nuggets
4th seed in West
26-15 at home
Jokic: 29.6 PPG, 12.7 REB, 10.2 AST (season)
Clippers
5th seed in West
20-21 on the road
Harden: 32+ PTS & 10+ AST in 4 of last 5 games
🧠 What to Watch in Game 2:
Turnovers: The Clippers’ 20 turnovers in Game 1 were a dagger. If they clean it up, they can steal one in Denver.
Clutch Playmakers: Harden and Murray went shot-for-shot in crunch time. Expect more fireworks tonight.
Jokic’s Facilitation: If the Clippers double him, who steps up? Look for Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun to get more looks.
Kawhi’s Response: After 7 turnovers in Game 1, can Leonard settle in and lead the Clippers to a bounce-back win?
🧪 SportsLine Model Insight:
The SportsLine Projection Model simulated Clippers vs. Nuggets 10,000 times and is leaning Over the total, projecting 227 combined points. The model also favors one side of the spread hitting over 50% of the time. Given Denver’s efficiency and L.A.’s urgency, oddsmakers expect a tight, high-intensity battle.
Clippers are 48-35 ATS this season
Nuggets are 38-44-1 ATS this season
🎤 Fan Engagement:
Who’s taking Game 2? Will Jokic and the Nuggets roll at home again, or will Harden and Kawhi punch back?
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📢 Reminder:
This is the third straight year the Nuggets are trying to go up 2-0 in the first round. But with the Clippers healthy and motivated, this is anyone’s game. You won’t want to miss it.
