LOS ANGELES -- The Charlotte Hornets beat the Los Angeles Lakers, 135-117, at Crypto.com Arena on January 12, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune's Jordan Teller was there to capture the following TST Images.

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers could not withstand the full force of the healthy Charlotte Hornets. The team logged another feather in its cap for when

The Los Angeles Lakers were supposed to beat the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday night. Charlotte entered the game with just 14 wins on the season, yet, they looked like the superior team, defeating Los Angeles 135-117.

LaMelo Ball went bonkers in the second half, knocking down eight three-pointers and putting the finishing touches on the Lakers.

LaMelo Ball scored 27 of his 30 points in the second half while tying his career high with nine 3-pointers, and the Charlotte Hornets overcame Luka Doncic’s 39 points for a 135-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic credited the Charlotte Hornets for their win but believes the team told on themselves with their effort.

Luka Dončić excelled during the Los Angeles Lakers' matchup with the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday night at Crypto.com Arena.

The Charlotte Hornets (14-26) travel to Crypto.com Arena to face the Los Angeles Lakers (24-14) in this Thursday night NBA matchup.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick discussed the team's struggles defensively against the Charlotte Hornets.

Luka Doncic carried a very heavy load on Thursday night against the Hornets, posting 39 points, but the Lakers once again fell victim to their poor defense and effort.