Jan. 6, 2026 3:26 pm EST
The New Orleans Pelicans (8-29) will host the Los Angeles Lakers (22-11) after losing four straight home games.
How to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs. New Orleans Pelicans
Los Angeles vs. New Orleans odds
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Injury reports
Lakers
Gabe Vincent: Questionable (Back),
Adou Thiero: Out (Knee),
Rui Hachimura: Out (Calf),
Austin Reaves: Out (Calf)
Pelicans
Herbert Jones: Questionable (Ankle),
Saddiq Bey: Out (Hip),
Dejounte Murray: Out (Leg)
Stats to know
- On a per-game basis, the Lakers score 5.8 fewer points (117.3) than the Pelicans give up (123.1).
- The Pelicans score only 2.1 fewer points per game (115.2) than the Lakers allow their opponents to score on average (117.3).
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