Lakers Defeat Hornets 112-107 for Fourth Straight Win

Anthony Davis delivered a standout performance, scoring 42 points and grabbing 23 rebounds, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 112-107 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. The Lakers built a substantial 23-point lead thanks to Davis's explosive first quarter, where he scored 21 points on 9-of-12 shooting. Despite the Hornets' efforts to rally back, particularly after the loss of LaMelo Ball to an ankle injury, the Lakers managed to maintain their advantage and secure their fourth consecutive win. LeBron James contributed 22 points and Austin Reaves added 17, while Miles Bridges led the Hornets with 26 points. The Hornets struggled to recover after falling behind early, ultimately losing their third game in four outings. The victory improved the Lakers' record to 26-18, while the Hornets dropped to 12-31.