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Lakers edge Pelicans 111-103 in thriller

LeBron and Luka
Jan 6, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) jokes with forward/guard Luka Doncic (77) after a shot against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Lakers overcame a seven-point deficit entering the fourth quarter with a dominant 32-17 surge, led by LeBron James and Luka Doncic, who each scored 30 points. The Lakers hung on to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 111-103.

Trey Murphy III exploded for a career-high 42 points for the Pelicans, who extended their losing streak to eight games despite leading late in the third.

The victory marks the Lakers’ eighth straight win over New Orleans, keeping them firmly in third place in the Western Conference.

About the Author Published Jan 7, 2026

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1

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