Davis, Anthony Lead Lakers in Overtime to Defeat Hornets 126–123

Davis, Anthony Lead Lakers in Overtime to Defeat Hornets 126–123
Charlotte Hornets forward Jalen McDaniels (6) defends against Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, on Nov. 8, 2021. Ashley Landis/AP Photo
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LOS ANGELES—Even on a Los Angeles Lakers squad teaming with established veterans, Anthony Davis has had to take on more of a leadership role with LeBron James sidelined.

On Monday night, Davis showed his mettle and then some despite dealing with some ailments of his own. The All-Star forward had 32 points and 12 rebounds as the Lakers beat the Charlotte Hornets 126–123 in overtime.