Lakers vs Hornets Picks and Prediction – 1/28/2025

The Monday NBA schedule will tip off with a matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Charlotte Hornets from the Spectrum Center. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Lakers (25-18) have won three straight games and are locked in a tie with the LA Clippers for fifth place in the Western Conference standings. On Saturday, Los Angeles shot a sizzling 55 percent from the field during a 118-108 road triumph against Golden State. 

All-Star F Anthony Davis poured in a game-high 36 points on 13-for-23 shooting and grabbed 13 rebounds. Four-time MVP LeBron James contributed 25 points and 12 assists for the Lakers, who improved to 9-12 on the road. 

The Charlotte Hornets have split their previous ten games and own the second worst record in the Eastern Conference. The Hornets (12-30) rank near the bottom of the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 107.5 points per contest. On Saturday, Charlotte built an 18-point halftime lead and cruised to a 123-92 home victory versus New Orleans. 

LaMelo Ball led five Charlotte players in double figures with 25 points, seven assists, and five rebounds. Miles Bridges chipped in 22 points (8-13 FG) and six rebounds. Seth Curry scored 16 points off the bench for the Hornets, who connected on 21-for-50 from the three-point line. 

Charlotte C Mark Williams did not play during Saturday’s victory due to right foot tendon injury management and is listed as day-to-day. These two teams are tied for 20th in tempo, so the under is worth a look. The stronger play is on the Hornets to pull off the upset at home. Final Score Prediction, Charlotte Hornets win 111-105.