The Los Angeles Lakers, currently 10-45, are set to face the Denver Nuggets, who stand at 8-6, in a highly anticipated matchup. The game will be broadcast at 7:30 p.m. PT on NBA TV and ESPN2.

Los Angeles benefits from a rest advantage, as Denver comes off a back-to-back. Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets' MVP, returns from paternity leave but couldn't secure a win against the Dallas Mavericks despite a triple-double performance.

Injury concerns plague the Lakers, with Anthony Davis listed as probable and several key players sidelined. Meanwhile, Aaron Gordon's absence could significantly impact the Nuggets' defense against the Lakers' star duo.