LaMelo Ball Scores 25 Points to Help the Hornets Beat the Pelicans, 123–92

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) is defended by New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. Matt Kelley/AP Photo

CHARLOTTE, N.C.—LaMelo Ball scored 25 points, Miles Bridges had 22 and the Charlotte Hornets beat the New Orleans Pelicans 123–92 on Saturday night.

Seth Curry had 16 points on 4-of-6 3-point shooting. The Hornets had a 27–8 first-half run and led 63–45 at the break.