Lakers 133-121 Pelicans (1 Dec, 2025) Game Recap

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Luka Doncic powered the Lakers to a seventh straight win with 34 points, including 20 in the first quarter, defeating a depleted Pelicans squad 133-121 amid strong contributions from Reaves and Ayton. (152 characters)

Game Overview

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a 133-121 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on December 1, 2025, marking their seventh consecutive win and 13th triumph in 15 games. Luka Doncic led with 34 points—20 in the opening quarter—plus 12 rebounds and seven assists. Austin Reaves contributed 33 points and eight assists, while Deandre Ayton added 22 points with 12 rebounds, and Rui Hachimura tallied 14 points.

LeBron James sat out to rest a sore left foot after his season debut on November 18 and four games post-sciatica recovery. For the Pelicans (3-18, 1-9 away), Saddiq Bey posted 22 points and 11 rebounds, with Bryce McGowens scoring 23; they have dropped 11 of 12 contests. New Orleans missed Zion Williamson (hamstring) and Trey Murphy III (elbow).

Score by Quarter

Quarter 1 2 3 4 T
Pelicans 27 30 35 29 121
Lakers 46 31 31 25 133

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