nba Game Recap
Los Angeles Defeats Charlotte 124-118 - Recap
The Hornets were burned for 28 points by D'Angelo Russell on Monday as the Lakers picked up a 124-118 win at Spectrum Center.
The Lakers earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -13.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 228.0 were rewarded with a winning wager.
LeBron James had 26 points for Los Angeles and Anthony Davis chipped in with 26 points. Austin Reaves had 11 assists for the Lakers, while Anthony Davis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.
The Hornets got a 41-point performance from Miles Bridges, who was supported by 33 points from Brandon Miller. Ish Smith had 6 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Nick Richards grabbed 9 rebounds.
The Lakers hit the break winning 74-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
Los Angeles had a 48-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Los Angeles takes its act home to face Denver looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head home to face Toronto.