The Lakers faced a significant challenge, ending their Summer League with a 106-84 defeat against the Denver Nuggets. Notably, Cole Swider led the team's scoring with 17 points, supported by R.J. Davis and Ethan Taylor, who contributed 17 and 15 points, respectively. The Lakers showed promise early, but ultimately could not contain Denver's offensive surge in the final quarter. By halftime, they trailed by four, despite a brief lead in the second quarter when Davis ignited the score.
Cole Swider notably scored 12 of LA's first 14 points, showcasing his ability to lead the team in the absence of other top players.
R.J. Davis had a strong performance, scoring 10 points in the second quarter to help Los Angeles regain the lead momentarily.
Ethan Taylor emerged as a significant contributor off the bench, contributing 15 points, including three crucial three-pointers during the match.
Despite a competitive first half, the Lakers were ultimately unable to sustain their momentum and fell to Denver in the final frame.
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