Los Angeles Lakers vs. Charlotte Hornets – Preview, Team News, and Prediction
The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena. The game was rescheduled from January 9 due to wildfires in Los Angeles.
Team News
Los Angeles Lakers
- The Lakers have been in great form, winning 10 of their last 12 games after acquiring Luka Doncic on February 2.
- Doncic recently returned from a calf injury and is still under minute restrictions.
- LeBron James is listed as questionable due to a foot injury.
- The team signed veteran center Alex Len after a failed trade for Mark Williams left them short in the frontcourt.
Charlotte Hornets
- The Hornets recently snapped a 10-game losing streak with a win over the Phoenix Suns.
- LaMelo Ball is probable for the game after recovering from ankle injuries.
- The Hornets are still dealing with the fallout from the failed Mark Williams trade, which is now in arbitration.
Form Guide
- Lakers (32-19, 5th in Western Conference): The team has looked strong, with key contributions from Luka Doncic and LeBron James when healthy.
- Hornets (8-27, 13th in Eastern Conference): A tough season, but their recent win against Phoenix shows some promise.
Prediction
The Lakers enter the game as favorites, given their recent form and home-court advantage. However, if LaMelo Ball plays well and the Hornets carry momentum from their latest win, they could make it a competitive matchup.
Final Score Prediction: Lakers 118 – Hornets 104
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