As the curtains dawned on Game 2 between Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets, all eyes were on their leader, Lebron James. As the NBA’s leading scorer left the court in dismay with a grave series loss at the Western Conference Finals in sight, cameras panned to the original heart of Denver City. From being drafted way back in 1998, seated courtside, was none other than Peyton Manning. But, his emotions 

Manning led the city of Denver and their Broncos to a cataclysmic Super Bowl win in 2016. He’s been the fan-appointed mascot for the city of Denver ever since. But as he sat courtside to witness the Denver Nuggets make their way to their first-ever NBA Finals, the reactions from Manning caught Denver fans off guard. 

Peyton Manning spurs Denver fans with ‘disgusted’ reactions

Manning has been a supporter of Denver sports for years on end. From his Broncos to the Nuggets, the HOF QB has been a staple at their games. But, as the Nuggets inch closer to defeating the Lakers in their WCF matchup, cameras caught Peyton Manning’s dismayed look at the end of Game 2. Fans were left speculating about his reaction as many chimed in. 

Some fans had some WILD theories as they speculated on possible betting from Manning.

Another fan was wondering if the superstar QB was hoping to catch up with Lebron James.

More fans couldn’t help but wonder if Manning was secretly rooting for the Lakers.

This fan wondered if the off-court relationship between Lebron James and Manning was involved. 

Speculation will continue, but Peyton Manning has certified his status as a symbol of Denver City itself. The QB could simply have been caught in a blank moment as he soaked in his team’s second straight victory over the starry Lakers squad. Or maybe the dismay on Manning’s friend, Lebron’s face could have made the QB have a humble celebration of his friend’s defeat. 

Lebron James and the Lakers face the bottomless pit

With two games down, Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in a damning position. Although the veteran-led Lakers squad has weathered testing waters before, a team of Denver’s caliber might finally break the spirit behind the incumbent men in purple and gold.

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As for their leader Lebron James, his dismal play in Game 2 with three missed layups eventually swung the tide for the Lakers in their six-point defeat. 

James and the Lakers will return to Staples Center next, as they look to protect their home court, where the team has been undefeated this postseason. This uphill battle might not surpass his past endeavors, but with Father Time battling against the 38-year-old, his days at making championship runs are sure to be numbered. 

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