The Lakers defeated the Hornets, 101-93. Kyle Kuzma led all scorers with 24 points for the Lakers, while Dennis Schroder added 19 points, four rebounds and six assists in the victory. Devonte Graham tallied a team-high 19 points and six assists for the Hornets in the losing effort. The Lakers improve to 34-21 on the season, while the Hornets fall to 27-26.