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NBA Playoffs, Lakers Vs. Nuggets Game 2 Score: Kobe Bryant, Andrew Bynum Lead L.A. To 55-48 Halftime Lead

Kobe Bryant scored 21 points on 9-of-12 shooting in the first half, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 55-48 halftime lead over the Denver Nuggets Tuesday night at Staples Center in Game 2 of their first round NBA playoff series. The Lakers led 32-25 after one quarter.

The Lakers hold a 1-0 series lead.

Andrew Bynum had 16 points, on 7-of-9 shooting, and six rebounds in the first half for the Lakers, who shot 53.3% (24 for 45) in the first half. Pau Gasol added six points and three rebounds.

Ty Lawson had eight points and five assists for the Nuggets, who shot 38.5% (20 for 52) in the opening Half. Kenneth Faried added eight points and six rebounds for the Nuggets.

The Lakers are 18-4 all-time in the playoffs against the Nuggets, including 10-2 in Los Angeles.

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