NBA 2018-19: 3 talking points as Los Angeles Lakers romp past Charlotte Hornets

#2 Scoring struggles for Kemba Walker

Walker was disappointing against the Lakers

When a top 10 scorer in the league goes for just 4 points in a game, it means the team is in deep trouble. Kemba Walker has already scored 60 points in a game this season, but he was totally outperformed in this match by Lonzo Ball.

Walker shot only 2-13 from the floor and 0-5 from the 3PT line, with Ball all over him on most of his shot attempts. He also finished the game with only 3 assists.

This was a match to forget for Walker who has otherwise been having a great season. He is averaging 25 PPG this season, and has led this Hornets team in scoring and assists.

Malik Monk had a team-high 19 points while Bridges contributed 17 points; they both had good individual outings from the bench.

The Hornets next play at home against the struggling Cleveland Cavaliers, and will be looking to bounce back from this loss.