LeBron James played in the Lakers' previous matchup against the Nuggets. In a 127-102 loss, James finished with 18 points, seven assists, and six rebounds, while Austin Reaves' 19 points the team in scoring. The Nuggets enter Saturday's matchup on an eight-game winning streak. The Lakers have won seven of their last nine games.

The Los Angeles Lakers acquiring 25-year-old superstar Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks was one of the most shocking moves in NBA history. But, after three games with Doncic in the purple and gold,

Basketball Hall of Fame member Dirk Nowitzki admitted he, like most everyone else, was shocked that the Dallas Mavericks sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in a blockbuster trade earlier this month.