New Orleans Hornets @ Los Angeles Lakers
15-30, 8-15 Away
106
15-30, 8-15 Away
20-25, 15-10 Home
111
20-25, 15-10 Home
Game Information
Los Angeles, CA
Referee:Sean Wright
Referee:Josh Tiven
Referee:Mike Callahan
Matchups
2025-26 Standings
Western Conference
| Pacific | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | 53 | 29 | .646 | - | W3 |
| Phoenix | 45 | 37 | .549 | 8 | W1 |
| LA Clippers | 42 | 40 | .512 | 11 | W1 |
| Golden State | 37 | 45 | .451 | 16 | L3 |
| Sacramento | 22 | 60 | .268 | 31 | L1 |
NBA News
Hawks Nickeil Alexander-Walker named Most Improved Player
Nickeil Alexander-Walker was named this season's Most Improved Player on Friday, marking the second straight Atlanta Hawks player to win the NBA award.
2h
Rockets rule out Kevin Durant (ankle) for Game 3 vs. Lakers
Rockets forward Kevin Durant has been ruled out for Friday night's Game 3 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain.
2h
Former employee's discrimination lawsuit against Suns dismissed
A former Suns security employee's lawsuit, which cited allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, was voluntarily dismissed on Thursday with prejudice, and the team said there was no settlement.
2h
