Final Score: Lakers 78 - Hornets 88
Wednesday, November 6, 1996 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Hornets

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
3-0 Rating 1700
Form: LLWWW
Model Probability
60%
40%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +0.7
Hornets
1-1 Rating 1480
Form: LWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Hornets
All-time wins 12 6
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average points 109.3 104.0
Last meeting 97 102

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Hornets
Games played 3 2
Avg points scored 95.0 97.5
Avg points conceded 86.3 105.5
Win percentage 100% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 100% 100%