Lakers @ Pelicans Takeaways
Chrissy Smith • January 1, 2024
Team Stats
(Lakers @ Pelicans)
Final Score: 109-129
Rebounds: 35-47
Assists: 26-33
Blocks: 10-6
Steals: 8-9
Turnovers: 13-11
Stat Leaders
(Lakers/Pelicans)
Scoring Leaders: LeBron James, 34; Brandon Ingram/Zion Williamson, 26
Rebound Leaders: Anthony Davis, 10; Larry Nance Jr., 10
Assist Leaders: Austin Reaves, 9; Brandon Ingram, 8
My Player of the Game: Jose' Alvarado
Takeaways
- The Pelicans played the Lakers much differently than they did in the play-in game where the Lakers dominated.
- Jose' Alvarado was a SPARK PLUG with five steals and two blocks, plus two big three-pointers.
- CJ McCollum had another HOT first quarter, helping the Pelicans gain confidence and an early lead.
- Every Pelicans player who played scored at least one point.
- N.O. is now five games over .500!
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