NBA · Final

Lakers Defeat Pelicans 118-104 in New Orleans

Los Angeles Lakers9-4

118

New Orleans Pelicans2-10

104

Friday, November 14, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Smoothie King Center

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Who won Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans?

Los Angeles Lakers beat New Orleans Pelicans 118-104 at Smoothie King Center on November 14, 2025.

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a convincing 118-104 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center, extending their lead in the season series to 2-0. The Lakers, boasting a strong away record of 9-4, have been performing well this season, while the Pelicans struggled with a home record of 2-10. This game marked another chapter in a challenging season for the Pelicans, who have now lost three consecutive games and hold a dismal 2-8 record over their last ten outings.

In their recent form, the Pelicans have averaged 107.5 points scored while allowing 121.0 points per game at home, highlighting their defensive struggles. Their last three games resulted in losses, with the most recent defeat coming against the Portland Trail Blazers, where they fell 117-125. The Pelicans' only victories in their last ten games came against the Charlotte Hornets and the San Antonio Spurs, both of which were narrow wins.

Conversely, the Lakers entered the game with a 7-3 record over their last ten games, although they are currently on a one-game losing streak after their defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Lakers have averaged 115.4 points scored and allowed 117.4 points during this stretch. Their last victory was a solid performance against the Charlotte Hornets, winning 121-111.

When playing at home, the Pelicans have recorded a 1-3 record in their last four games, while the Lakers have been more successful on the road, with a 5-2 away record in their last seven games. Historically, the Lakers have dominated this matchup, with the Pelicans losing all three previous meetings this season, including a close contest earlier in November where the Pelicans fell 99-104 at home.

In terms of injuries, the Pelicans had two players listed as day-to-day: Micah Peavy, who was resting, and Bryce McGowens, who is dealing with a toe issue. The absence of key players can significantly impact a team's performance, and the Pelicans have felt the strain of these injuries throughout the season.

The market had priced the Lakers as favorites for this matchup, reflecting their strong away record and the Pelicans' ongoing struggles. The odds indicated a clear expectation for the Lakers to perform well, and they did not disappoint.

Conditions for the game were typical for a late fall evening in New Orleans, with fans filling the arena in anticipation of a competitive matchup. However, the Pelicans were unable to capitalize on their home-court advantage, as the Lakers established control early in the game.

In the fourth quarter, the Lakers built on their lead with scoring plays that included a 12-foot shot from Luka Doncic and multiple free throws from Austin Reaves. Rui Hachimura also contributed significantly with two dunks, further extending the Lakers' lead. The Pelicans tried to mount a comeback late in the game, with Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears contributing points, but it was too little, too late.

As the final buzzer sounded, the Lakers walked away with a 118-104 victory, solidifying their position in the league and leaving the Pelicans to ponder their next steps as they continue to search for answers in a challenging season.

Injury report

Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans

Leaders

PointsTrey Murphy III35New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsSaddiq Bey7New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsDerik Queen10New Orleans Pelicans
PointsAustin Reaves31Los Angeles Lakers
AssistsLuka Doncic12Los Angeles Lakers
ReboundsDeandre Ayton16Los Angeles Lakers

Recent form

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 2-8Streak L3107.5 scored · 121 allowed per game1-3 at home

L117-125vs Portland Trail BlazersNov 13
L98-121at Phoenix SunsNov 11
L119-126at San Antonio SpursNov 9
W101-99at Dallas MavericksNov 6
W116-112vs Charlotte HornetsNov 5
L106-137at Oklahoma City ThunderNov 2
L124-126at LA ClippersNov 1
L88-122at Denver NuggetsOct 30
L90-122vs Boston CelticsOct 28
L116-120vs San Antonio SpursOct 25

Los Angeles Lakers

Last 10: 7-3Streak L1115.4 scored · 117.4 allowed per game5-2 away

L92-121at Oklahoma City ThunderNov 13
W121-111at Charlotte HornetsNov 11
L102-122at Atlanta HawksNov 9
W118-116vs San Antonio SpursNov 6
W123-115at Portland Trail BlazersNov 4
W130-120vs Miami HeatNov 3
W117-112at Memphis GrizzliesNov 1
W116-115at Minnesota TimberwolvesOct 30
L108-122vs Portland Trail BlazersOct 28
W127-120at Sacramento KingsOct 27

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25

Box score

Stat	Los Angeles Lakers	New Orleans Pelicans
Field goals	44-84	39-89
Field goal %	52	44
Three-pointers	10-34	12-34
Three-point %	29	35
Free throws	20-26	14-18
Free throw %	77	78
Rebounds	45	42
Offensive rebounds	10	12
Defensive rebounds	35	30
Assists	28	24
Steals	13	11
Blocks	5	3
Turnovers	17	20
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	23
Fast-break points	22	19
Points in the paint	60	52
Fouls	17	23
Largest lead	22	1

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter83-66Deandre Ayton makes 1-foot dunk (Luka Doncic assists)
3rd Quarter85-66Austin Reaves makes 5-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter87-66Austin Reaves makes 16-foot driving floating jump shot (Deandre Ayton assists)
3rd Quarter88-66Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter88-68Derik Queen makes tip shot
3rd Quarter90-68Deandre Ayton makes two point shot
3rd Quarter90-69Trey Murphy III makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter90-70Trey Murphy III makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter92-70Jaxson Hayes makes two point shot
3rd Quarter92-73Jose Alvarado makes 25-foot three point jumper (Derik Queen assists)
3rd Quarter95-73Jarred Vanderbilt makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jaxson Hayes assists)
3rd Quarter95-74Trey Murphy III makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter95-76Karlo Matkovic makes 2-foot dunk (Derik Queen assists)
3rd Quarter95-77Trey Murphy III makes technical free throw
4th Quarter95-79Derik Queen makes 9-foot two point shot
4th Quarter95-82Saddiq Bey makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Derik Queen assists)
4th Quarter95-85Jose Alvarado makes 25-foot three point shot (Saddiq Bey assists)
4th Quarter96-85Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-88Saddiq Bey makes 24-foot three pointer (Herbert Jones assists)
4th Quarter98-88Marcus Smart makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Luka Doncic assists)
4th Quarter98-90Derik Queen makes driving layup
4th Quarter100-90Austin Reaves makes 9-foot pullup jump shot (Luka Doncic assists)
4th Quarter102-90Austin Reaves makes 7-foot two point shot
4th Quarter105-90Rui Hachimura makes 26-foot three point jumper (Marcus Smart assists)
4th Quarter105-93Trey Murphy III makes 27-foot three point jumper (Saddiq Bey assists)
4th Quarter105-96Jeremiah Fears makes 25-foot three point jumper (Herbert Jones assists)
4th Quarter106-96Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter107-96Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter108-96Austin Reaves makes technical free throw
4th Quarter108-98Trey Murphy III makes two point shot (Jeremiah Fears assists)
4th Quarter108-99Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-99Austin Reaves makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter112-99Luka Doncic makes 12-foot two point shot
4th Quarter113-99Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-99Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-100Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter116-100Rui Hachimura makes 3-foot dunk (Marcus Smart assists)
4th Quarter118-100Rui Hachimura makes 2-foot dunk (Austin Reaves assists)
4th Quarter118-102Derik Queen makes driving layup
4th Quarter118-104Jeremiah Fears makes two point shot