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Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Los Angeles Lakers (10-2) visit the Denver Nuggets (5-4) on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, at Ball Arena, Denver, CO. TV: NBA TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers.

NBASaturday, December 19, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers logoLos Angeles Lakers10-2
9:00 PM ETDec 19, 2026
Denver Nuggets logoDenver Nuggets5-4
DateDec 19, 2026
Time9:00 PM ET
VenueBall Arena, Denver, CO
TVNBA TV

Team comparison

Los Angeles LakersDenver Nuggets
Points per game
122.1
113.6
Points allowed per game
114.4
112.8
10-2Record5-4
1st in Pacific DivisionStanding4th in Northwest Division
5-1Road record / home record2-2
WWWWWLast 5LWWLW
W6StreakL1

Team stats

Los Angeles LakersDenver Nuggets
W6StreakL1
Points Against
114.4
112.8
8-2Last Ten Games5-4
Points Per Game
122.1
113.6
Field Goal %
51
48
Three Point %
38
35
Rebounds Per Game
40.3
42.3
Assists Per Game
24.1
26.9
Blocks Per Game
6.4
3.8
Steals Per Game
10.8
9.6
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.8
0.9
Total Turnovers Per Game
16.8
14.1

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Los Angeles Lakers
Quentin Grimes G · Finger
Day-To-Day
Denver Nuggets
Julian Strawther G · Knee - Sprain
Out

Recent form

Los Angeles LakersWWWWW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Atlanta HawksW 124-114
Nov 8, 2026 · at Detroit PistonsW 121-116
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersW 124-118
Nov 4, 2026 · at Sacramento KingsW 116-103
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Miami HeatW 138-117
Denver NuggetsLWWLW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 100-110
Nov 7, 2026 · at Indiana PacersW 114-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsW 128-109
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 110-118
Oct 30, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsW 127-120

Season series

Series starts 12/19
Feb 26, 2027LAL 0, DEN 0
Feb 12, 2027DEN 0, LAL 0
Dec 23, 2026DEN 0, LAL 0
Dec 19, 2026LAL 0, DEN 0

Team pages

Los Angeles Lakers
Schedule, roster and statsDenver Nuggets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets?

The game is on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET at Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

How can I watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets?

TV: NBA TV.

What are the records of the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets?

Los Angeles Lakers: 10-2. Denver Nuggets: 5-4.

Who is injured for Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets?

Listed out or doubtful: Denver Nuggets: Julian Strawther. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets played?

Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

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