Davis, Lakers Lead by 35 at Half, Beat Pelicans 123–108

Davis, Lakers Lead by 35 at Half, Beat Pelicans 123–108
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) shoots against New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (3) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, on March 14, 2023. Matthew Hinton/AP Photo
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NEW ORLEANS—Anthony Davis’ dominance inside and Malik Beasley’s blazing start from behind the 3-point arc all but put away the Pelicans before halftime in a game that could prove pivotal in the Western Conference playoff picture.

Davis had 35 points and 17 rebounds, Beasley hit seven 3-pointers in just the first half, and the Los Angeles Lakers took a 36-point, second-quarter lead on their way to a 123–108 victory over New Orleans on Tuesday night, March 14.