NBA 2019-20: 5 Most clutch teams in the league so far this season

#4 Denver Nuggets

Denver's clutch free-throw percentage sits at an elite mark of 81

Although the Denver Nuggets are the second-worst team in the league in terms of pace, their ability to get buckets when it matters most can never be denied. With a clutch field-goal conversion of over 46% this season, this unit has been showcasing championship caliber consistently.

They have six players averaging double digits in scoring and currently carry a hardy 19-9 (0.679) record when it comes to clutch matchups.

However, the aforementioned stats are projected to see a seismic change in the coming weeks with both Jamal Murray (ankle) and Paul Milsap (left knee contusion) out indefinitely.

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#3 Los Angeles Lakers

The Lakers have to win it all for Kobe now

The Los Angeles Lakers have sprung back into Western Conference dominance after an extended hiatus, and are making up for the lost time in style. Their sense of purpose and drive is something that deserves special attention and analysis.

In the backdrop of Kobe Bryant's tragic demise, the Lakers haven't set foot on the court for almost a week now, and still lead the West by 3.5 games. The team holds a winning record (0.684) in clutch games this season and posts 0.7 steals and 0.6 blocks in clutch minutes (which is the highest of any team on this list).

Moreover, the purple-and-gold are top 5 in both offensive and defensive rating, which boosts their title chances heading into the postseason.