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Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
Sport
Dan Woike

LeBron James is 36 points from scoring record after Lakers lose to Pelicans

NEW ORLEANS — One mistake sent the Lakers into a freefall Saturday, zapping their positive momentum and ending their five-game road trip on a sour note.

After leading for all but one possession through three quarters, a Lakers turnover triggered the Pelicans and led New Orleans to a 131-126 win.

The Lakers controlled the game until a disastrous five seconds to end the third quarter. Russell Westbrook took his eye off C.J. McCollum, and McCollum drove easily to the basket for a score.

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