Luka Dončić Dials Up Late Magic, LeBron Excels In 111-103 Win Over New Orleans

Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers · Jan 7, 2026 · 37m

It wasn't a work of art, but it was enough to get the job done.

After being outplayed in the third quarter, the Lakers entered the fourth down seven in their visit to New Orleans against the Pelicans. At that point, LeBron James took over, looking extremely spry as he put on an offensive show (including one steal and finish at the other end). Luka Dončić hit a pair of improbable 3's late, and the defense held down the Pels en route to a 111-103 win.

Overall, it was probably LeBron's strongest game of the year, finishing with 30/8/8. He was able to put the ball on the floor and get to the rim…