Game: Los Angeles Lakers at Charlotte Hornets
Date: November 10
Time: 7:10 PM EST
Spread: Lakers -7.5
Total: 229.5 (Under)
Tale of the Tape: Lakers Look to Exploit Banged-Up Hornets
The Los Angeles Lakers travel to Charlotte to take on a Hornets team that has been decimated by injuries to start the season. The Lakers enter as significant 7.5-point road favorites, a line that speaks volumes about the current state of the struggling Hornets.
The primary storyline is the injury report. According to a November 10th report, the Hornets (3-6) are expected to have as many as six players on the injury list. This game will be a major test of Charlotte’s depth and resilience against one of the league’s premier teams.
Can the Lakers Capitalize?
The Lakers’ biggest question mark revolves around the health of LeBron James. Reports from early November indicated James was out with a back issue but had been cleared for contact basketball activities as of November 6th. While his official status for this game remains a key point to watch, the hefty -7.5 point spread suggests oddsmakers expect him to be on the floor.
Whether James plays or not, the Lakers possess a massive talent advantage. Anthony Davis should be poised for a dominant performance against a depleted Charlotte frontcourt. Los Angeles will look to control the paint, push the pace, and overwhelm a Hornets team that is simply trying to stay afloat. For the Lakers, this is a must-win game on their schedule against a severely handicapped opponent.
Hornets Face Uphill Battle Without Stars
The situation in Charlotte is dire. The team will be without its two franchise cornerstones, as guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) and forward Brandon Miller (wrist) have been ruled out. Losing their two most dynamic offensive creators is a devastating blow and leaves the Hornets with the monumental task of finding points from other sources.
With a struggling 3-6 record and a mounting injury list, Charlotte’s goal will be to compete and show fight on their home court. Expect players further down the rotation to see significant minutes as the team scrambles to field a competitive lineup. It will be a “next man up” situation, but holding off a team like the Lakers will be an incredibly tall order.
Prediction
This matchup is defined by absences. The Hornets are without their two best players in LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, crippling their ability to score and create offense. It’s difficult to see how they will keep pace with the Lakers, even if LeBron James is limited or sits this one out. The Lakers’ size and talent, led by Anthony Davis, should be more than enough to overwhelm the Hornets.
Charlotte’s inability to generate points makes the under a very strong play. While the Lakers should score with ease, the Hornets will likely struggle to contribute their share to a high-scoring affair. The 229.5 total feels too high for a game featuring a team so profoundly undermanned.
The Pick: Lakers -7.5
Total: Under 229.5
Sources:
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Status – ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Status – ESPN (PH)
Injury Report
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report and Status 2025-26 – CBS Sports
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