This was clearly a scheduled loss - last of a 4-game road trip - 3rd game in 5 days I believe - and this game meant a ton to N.O. - playoff like atmosphere for them.

Pels came out on fire - lakers lacked energy. Yet somehow they find a way with clutch play-making and big plays/d when it mattered most.

16-2 for a brand new squad - crazy.

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