NBA 2018-19: 3 Talking points from New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers

The Lakers take the revenge after their loss to the Pelicans just three nights before
The Lakers take the revenge after their loss to the Pelicans just three nights before

#2 Six Lakers' players scored in double-digits

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Brandon Ingram registered his fourth straight 20-point game
Brandon Ingram registered his fourth straight 20-point game

A lot of players showed up for the Lakers in scoring against the Pelicans. While it was LeBron James who led the way with his 33 points, Brandon Ingram added 23 enroute to his fourth straight 20-point game.

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Kyle Kuzma, who had 22 points against the Grizzlies in the loss, scored 22 points for the second straight time. Six players scored in double-digits, including Javale McGee who came off the bench and added 10 points.

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However, the Lakers' bench got outscored by the Pelicans', 22-35. For the Lakers to reach the playoffs, they need their young core to contribute on a nightly basis and be more consistent without shouldering the entire burden on LeBron James.

As a matter of fact, Brandon Ingram is averaging career-high figures, continues to improve and it is only a matter of time before he becomes an All-Star.

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