Fearless predictions: Ingram will be a problem, but Hornets will top Lakers
Five fearless predictions for Saturday’s Charlotte Hornets game against the Los Angeles Lakers:
1. Lonzo Ball will be welcome to shoot
The second overall pick, Lakers rookie point guard Ball has a wide range of skills (averaging 7.0 assists, 6.9 rebounds). But so far he shoots only 32 percent from the field and 24 percent from 3-point range.
2. The Lakers’ best rookie is...
Forward Kyle Kuzma, taken late in the first round, has had an impressive start, averaging 16.2 points and 6.3 rebounds. At 30 minutes per game, he gets plenty of opportunity.
3. Howard can’t fall for ball fakes
Brook Lopez has quite a collection of fakes and moves. Dwight Howard needs to be careful about shooting fouls.
4. Brandon Ingram is growing up fast
It was a given when the Lakers drafted the former Duke star a year ago that he was skinny, and would get pushed around by NBA players. Ingram looks far more fit and strong this season.
5. Hornets 107, Lakers 98
They need this one before a two-game trip to Oklahoma City and Houston
Lakers at Hornets
Where:
Spectrum Center
When:
Saturday, 7 p.m.
TV/Radio:
Fox Sports Southeast /WFNZ 610-AM
This story was originally published December 8, 2017 at 3:40 PM with the headline "Fearless predictions: Ingram will be a problem, but Hornets will top Lakers."