Lakers vs Nuggets Game: Live Score, Updates & Highlights - 2023 NBA Opening Night

The Lakers and Nuggets are set to face off in a season opener after a rivalry fueled by trash talk. Can the Lakers spoil the Nuggets' dominance?

Get ready for an epic showdown as the Lakers and Nuggets face off in their season opener. This game holds extra significance as it marks the renewal of a budding rivalry between the two teams. After a sweep in the Western Conference Finals and a summer filled with talk, both Los Angeles and Denver are eager to prove themselves on the court.

The Lakers are fueled by a desire to avenge their loss in the 2023 championship and the perceived trash talk from the Nuggets. Lakers guard Austin Reaves made it clear that they are well aware of the comments made by their opponents. The public eye was quick to pick up on the tension, and now the stage is set for an intense battle.

Can the Lakers spoil the Nuggets' ring night celebration? Or will Denver continue their reign of dominance? The answer lies in the upcoming game.

For those eager to catch the action, The Sporting News is providing live scoring updates and highlights throughout the Lakers vs Nuggets game. Stay tuned for all the latest developments.

Unfortunately, the Lakers will be without Jarred Vanderbilt, who is nursing a sore left heel. Additionally, rookie Jalen Hood-Schifino will not be playing due to a right patella contusion suffered on October 13.

To catch the Lakers vs Nuggets game, tune in to TNT or stream it on Watch TNT or Sling TV. Sling TV is offering an exciting deal for fans in the U.S., with HALF OFF your first month. Choose from Sling Orange or Sling Blue starting at just $20, or opt for Sling Orange + Blue starting at $27.50. There are no long-term contracts, and you have the flexibility to change your channel lineup whenever you want. Plus, Sling TV includes DVR and a vast library of on-demand shows and movies.

The game is scheduled to tip off at around 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, October 24, at Ball Arena in Denver.

For those curious about the upcoming schedule, here are the first five games for both the Lakers and the Nuggets in the 2023-24 regular season:

Los Angeles Lakers:
- Game 1: Denver Nuggets
- Game 2: Utah Jazz
- Game 3: Portland Trail Blazers
- Game 4: Golden State Warriors
- Game 5: Phoenix Suns

Denver Nuggets:
- Game 1: Los Angeles Lakers
- Game 2: Phoenix Suns
- Game 3: Portland Trail Blazers
- Game 4: Utah Jazz
- Game 5: Golden State Warriors

Get ready for an exhilarating start to the NBA season as the Lakers and Nuggets battle it out on the court. Don't miss a moment of the action!

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