James and Doncic struggle as Hornets upset Lakers

LaMelo Ball scored 27 points to help the Charlotte Hornets upset the Los Angeles Lakers 100-97 in their first game after the All-Star break.

The match was rescheduled due to Los Angeles wildfires. Miles Bridges led the Hornets with 29 points, but Ball was clutch, scoring key points in the final seconds.

LeBron James scored 16 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter but missed two three-pointers late.

Luka Doncic struggled alongside James in their third game together since his trade, finishing with 14 points and 11 assists.

The Hornets secured just their second win in 11 games, remaining 14th in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Lakers, now on a two-game losing streak, sit fifth in the Western Conference.