Lakers routed by Hornets in another embarrassing loss
For the second time this week, the Lakers put up an embarrassing performance as they were run off the floor by the Hornets on Thursday, 135-117. The Lakers led by as many as 13 points in the first quarter and held a nine-point advantage heading into the second period. However, they lost each of the next three quarters, including being outscored 34-16 in the second.