Lakers Look to Rebound Against Hornets at Crypto.com Arena

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to host the Charlotte Hornets at the Crypto.com Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from recent performances. The Lakers have been on a roller coaster this season, with their record reflecting a team that's still finding its footing.

In their last game against the Boston Celtics, despite a valiant effort, the Lakers fell short with a final score of 115-126. This loss brought them to 16 wins and 15 losses for the season. One area where they excelled was three-point shooting, hitting an impressive 41 percent from beyond the arc. However, turnovers were a significant issue as they gave up possession 12 times which translated into only three points off turnovers.

The previous game saw better fortunes for the Lakers as they secured a victory over Oklahoma City Thunder with an impressive scoreline of 129-120. Their offensive efficiency shone through with an effective field goal percentage of 61 and true shooting percentage of 64. They also demonstrated strong ball movement resulting in an assist-turnover ratio of over four.

However, consistency is key and that's something that has eluded them; just two games prior against Minnesota Timberwolves they suffered another close defeat at 111-118. Turnovers once again plagued them with eighteen instances leading to thirteen points off turnovers for Minnesota.

As we look ahead to their matchup against Charlotte Hornets, it's clear that reducing turnovers will be crucial for Los Angeles if they want to secure another home win. Fans should expect high energy on both ends of the court as well as strategic adjustments aimed at maximizing scoring opportunities while minimizing mistakes.

The upcoming game is scheduled for December 29th at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and will be broadcasted on SportsNet LA channel number 691 for local fans wanting to catch all the action live.