Charlotte Hornets at Los Angeles Lakers
Jan 15, 2026
Charlotte Hornets Take Down Los Angeles Lakers 135-117 in Impressive Fashion
Game Summary
The Charlotte Hornets secured a convincing 135-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. With an exceptional shooting performance, the Hornets shot 54.3% from the field and 46.5% from beyond the arc, sinking 20 three-pointers, which significantly outperformed the Lakers' defensive averages.
Top Performers
LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with a standout performance, scoring 30 points while dishing out 11 assists and grabbing 6 rebounds. Brandon Miller contributed 26 points and 5 assists, while Miles Bridges added 25 points and 8 rebounds. For the Lakers, Jake LaRavia was the top scorer with 18 points, complemented by 3 rebounds and 2 steals.
Odds Recap
Listed as 3-point underdogs, the Charlotte Hornets stunned the Lakers with an 18-point margin of victory. The game also exceeded the pre-game total of 235.0 points, finishing well over that mark.
Prediction Recap
The model predicted a victory for the Los Angeles Lakers but was incorrect, as the Hornets took the win. It also missed on the spread and total, predicting the game would go under, while it actually went over.
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