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New Orleans Falls 133-89 to Lakers - Recap

New Orleans was run off the court by the Lakers on Thursday as Los Angeles blasted the Pelicans 133-89 at T-Mobile Arena.

The Lakers were a -1.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 229.5.

LeBron James had 30 points for Los Angeles and Austin Reaves chipped in with 17 points. LeBron James had 8 assists for the Lakers, while Anthony Davis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.

New Orleans got 14 points from Trey Murphy III in a losing cause and another 13 points from Zion Williamson. Brandon Ingram contributed 7 assists for the Pelicans, while Dyson Daniels had 8 rebounds.

Los Angeles led at halftime, 67-54.

The rebound battle favored Los Angeles as they grabbed 59 boards, while New Orleans only had 42

Next game, Los Angeles takes its act on the road to face Dallas looking for another win. For New Orleans, they head home to face Minnesota.