Anthony Davis had 46 points (10 during a 12-0 run in the third quarter) and 13 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans 123-113 for their fourth straight win.
The Lakers took control with a 31-11 run in the first quarter and led by as many as 24.
Danny Green scored 25 points (18 on 6 3-pointers) on 9 for 14 shooting, and LeBron James added 17 points, 8 rebounds and 15 assists. James assisted on 8 of Davis’ 15 baskets, 2 of them in the fourth quarter.
For the Pelicans, Lonzo Ball scored 23 points on 10 for 16 shooting, and Brandon Ingram added 22 points. Derrick Favors had 15 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks.
The Lakers shot 50.0% from the field and 48.3% from 3 to the Pelicans’ 47.1% and 29.7%. The Lakers’ starters outscored the Pelicans 48-29 in 15 minutes together.