The Los Angeles Lakers (26-18) let a 23-point lead slip away but held on for a 112-107 victory against the Charlotte Hornets (12-31) on January 28.
Los Angeles Lakers Top Performers:
Anthony Davis 42 PTS | 23 REB | 2 BLK | 74.6 FPS
Davis has been battling a foot problem but continues to deliver major performances, recording a double-double in 24 of his last 27 games. He also maintained his exceptional contributions for category leagues, dropping four 30+ point games, six 13+ rebound games, and eight games with 3+ stocks this month.
Austin Reaves 17 PTS | 6 AST | 3 STL | 40.0 FPS
Reaves has thrived in the point guard spot, recording 15+ points and 6+ assists in four consecutive contests. His three-point shot continues to be a problem, but his other shooting percentages have stayed solid.
LeBron James 22 PTS | 7 REB | 8 AST | 37.4 FPS
LBJ continues to produce at an elite level, scoring 20+ points in 10 games and falling just shy of that mark twice. His playmaking brilliance shone through with 8+ assists in 11 contests, while his rebounding and defensive contributions, though inconsistent, often made a significant impact. His elite scoring near the basket remains a strength, but his three-point shooting continues to be a struggle this month.
Jaxson Hayes 9 PTS | 4-5 FG | 2 BLK | 20.5 FPS
Hayes hasn’t seen much court time this month, but a busy schedule ahead and injuries to the team suggest a potential shift in his role. He’s a good contributor for his position, but establishing consistency has been an issue.
Dorian Finney-Smith 6 PTS | 5 REB | 1 STL | 14.0 FPS
DFS has had an up-and-down offensive impact since joining the Lakers, though he continues to be a key option for threes, rebounds, and steals. But with the team’s injuries and a busy schedule, he’s well-positioned for better outputs this week.
Charlotte Hornets Top Performers:
Miles Bridges 26 PTS | 8 REB | 4 AST | 45.6 FPS
Bridges is expected to shoulder an even greater offensive load moving forward with Ball’s status uncertain. He has been a model of consistency this month, scoring 20+ points in eight of ten games and hitting 2+ triples nine times, all while maintaining elite shooting percentages. He’s also contributing solidly in rebounds and assists and has recorded at least one stock in every game except one.
Josh Okogie 19 PTS | 3-6 3PT | 4 STL | 34.4 FPS
Okogie’s role is likely to remain significant for the Hornets with a demanding schedule on the horizon. He’s taken advantage of the injuries and has become a scoring threat in recent games while maintaining his elite defensive numbers, averaging 3 steals per game since moving to the Hornets.
Josh Green 15 PTS | 4-6 3PT | 3 STL | 24.7 FPS
Green started the month slow, but he’s picking it up lately and has reached his second double-digit scoring game. He’s a good contributor for threes and steals.
Nick Smith Jr. 4 PTS | 6 AST | 1 BLK | 16.2 FPS
Smith is expected to take on a larger role and could be a worthwhile pickup in deeper leagues with most starters sidelined. He’s seen increased minutes and usage since last week, delivering solid offensive performances, narrowly missing the 20-point mark in three games before cooling off. But he’s compensated with 5+ assists in three of his last four outings.
Vasilije Micic 11 PTS | 2 REB | 4 AST | 14.4 FPS
Micic has seen a boost in playing time with Ball in and out of the lineup, and his minutes are likely to hold steady with Ball’s status uncertain after getting hurt today. He’s delivered three straight games with double-digit points and 3+ assists, though his turnovers have been high.
Biggest Disappointment of the Game:
Mark Williams 11 PTS | 5-13 FG | 8 REB
Williams has been a standout fantasy asset this month, delivering strong rebounding, solid assists, and elite defensive stats. He averaged 23.3 points over his last six games while shooting an impressive 60% this month, but he was unable to match Davis.
