The Hornets defeated the Lakers, 117-114. LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with 20 points, seven rebounds and two assists, while Miles Bridges added 26 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the victory. Russell Westbrook recorded a season-high 35 points (30 in the 2nd half) for the Lakers, while Carmelo Anthony tallied 19 points, five rebounds and five assists in the losing effort. The Hornets improve to 28-22 on the season, while the Lakers fall to 24-26.