Lakers Take Control in Confident Win Over the Pelicans
The matchup between the Lakers and the Pelicans turned into one of those nights where the momentum was very clearly on one side, and it stayed that way from start to finish. The game ended with the Lakers taking a solid 118–104 victory, and as I’m talking about it now, the whole thing feels like a showcase of how well Los Angeles has started to settle into its rhythm this season.
The Lakers’ win pushed them to a strong 9–4 record, and what’s even more interesting is that this victory also kept them perfect in West Group B play, bringing them to 2–0 in this stage of the tournament. On the other side, the Pelicans slid to 2–10 overall, and their tournament record dropped to 0–2. It was one of those nights where their struggles were just a little too visible, and the Lakers took full advantage of it.
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Throughout the game, the Lakers’ offense was flowing smoothly. The ball movement felt natural, shots were falling at the right moments, and big plays kept coming whenever the Pelicans tried to build a run. You could actually feel the confidence growing with each possession. A lot of the scoring came from consistent pressure—transition opportunities, well-timed drives, and smart kick-outs that created clean looks. Even when a possession slowed down, the Lakers seemed comfortable enough to find something efficient.
Defensively, Los Angeles didn’t give the Pelicans much room to breathe. New Orleans had moments when their offense picked up pace, but those stretches were short-lived. It felt like every time they tried to build momentum, the Lakers came right back with a counterpunch. Missed shots and turnovers from the Pelicans were quickly converted into points the other way, and that gap slowly grew into a margin that was tough to overcome.
What really stood out in this matchup was the composure the Lakers played with. Even when the Pelicans tried to push the pace or force the issue, the game was controlled and managed well. It wasn’t a chaotic, back-and-forth shootout—it was more of a steady, disciplined performance where Los Angeles dictated the tone.
For the Pelicans, this game will probably be remembered as another missed opportunity to turn their early-season struggles around. The effort was there in spurts, but against a team playing as cleanly as the Lakers, it simply wasn’t enough.
Overall, the Lakers walked away with a convincing 118–104 win—one that keeps them trending upward and solidifying their spot as a serious force early in the season.
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