New Orleans Falls 101-95 to Lakers - Recap

New Orleans Falls 101-95 to Lakers - Recap

Pau Gasol went off for 34 points and added 10 rebounds leading Los Angeles to a 101-95 win over New Orleans on Saturday at New Orleans Arena.

The Lakers were a 5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 188.5.

Los Angeles got 32 points from Kobe Bryant and another 12 points from Andrew Bynum. Kobe Bryant contributed 5 assists, while Pau Gasol cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

New Orleans got 21 points from Chris Paul in a losing cause and another 16 points from David West. Chris Paul contributed 15 assists for the Hornets, while David West had 12 rebounds.

The Lakers hit the break leading 56-50 before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored New Orleans as they grabbed 42 boards, while Los Angeles only had 37.

Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Grizzlies. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against Minnesota.