The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the visiting Charlotte Hornets, 133-112, at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday.

While there were 10 ties and 10 lead changes through the opening 25 minutes, Los Angeles rode a 41-23 third quarter to this blowout win. They got their lead up to 28 points and led by at least 19 points for the entirety of the fourth quarter. The Lakers shot 54 percent from the field, 50 percent from three-point range and 100 percent from the free-throw line while holding the Hornets to 47 percent from the field, 46 percent from long range and 61 percent from the charity stripe. Los Angeles also recorded 41 assists to 11 turnovers, while Charlotte had 29 assists to 19 turnovers.

The Hornets (7-22) were led by Miles Bridges, finishing with 20 points, five rebounds and five assists. Terry Rozier registered 18 points, six rebounds and eight assists. Brandon Miller amassed 17 points and two assists, while Mark Williams totaled 11 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks. PJ Washington led the bench with nine points and six boards.

The Lakers (17-15) were led by Anthony Davis, who accrued 26 points, eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and four blocks. LeBron James collected 17 points, four rebounds and 11 assists. Rui Hachimura generated 17 points and four boards, while D'Angelo Russell led the bench with 16 points, three rebounds and nine assists. Austin Reaves accumulated 16 points, two rebounds and four assists.

Charlotta has to play again on Friday, staying on the road to face the Phoenix Suns. As for LA, they travel to play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday for their next outing.