A huge third quarter from the Lakers was enough for LA to bounce back from a frustrating loss to down the Hornets, 121-111.

Luka Dončić dazzled yet again, ending with 38 points, six rebounds and seven assists. Austin Reaves scored 24 points with seven assists. Deandre Ayton pitched in with 14 points and six rebounds.

Rui Hachimura caught fire in the second half, ending with 23 points. Marcus Smart tallied 13 points with four rebounds, six assists and seven steals.

The game featured lots of offense from the jump. Luka was shouldering the scoring and was already in double figures with 11 points. Reaves and Ayton combined for eight points. Miles Bridges was up to eight points for the Hornets.

There was barely any defense being played, resulting in both teams shooting over 70%.

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