The Hornets defeat the Lakers, 134-130. LaMelo Ball recorded 23 points, eight rebounds and eight assists for the Hornets, while Terry Rozier (23 points, four rebounds, six assists) and P.J. Washington (24 points, five rebounds, four assists) added a combined 47 points in the victory. LeBron James led all scorers with 34 points and eight assists for the Lakers in a losing effort. The Hornets improve to 9-24 on the season, while the Lakers fall to 13-19.
