Sat Apr 05 01:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Lakers Face Quick Turnaround Against Injury-Ridden Pelicans After Warriors Loss

**LOS ANGELES, CA** – The Los Angeles Lakers face a quick turnaround after a 123-116 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. They will take on the heavily depleted New Orleans Pelicans Friday night at 7:30 p.m. PT, marking the second game of a back-to-back.

The Lakers struggled against the Warriors, shooting poorly for three quarters and giving up 14 offensive rebounds and 23 second-chance points. The defeat marked their ninth loss in their last 15 games.

However, Los Angeles will face a significantly weakened Pelicans team missing several key players due to injury. Brandon Boston, Jordan Hawkins, Herbert Jones, CJ McCollum, Trey Murphy III, Dejounte Murray, and Zion Williamson are all sidelined for New Orleans. While the Lakers will be without Maxi Kleber (recovering from foot surgery), they will hope to capitalize on the Pelicans’ depleted roster. The team will need to avoid complacency to secure a win after the tough loss to Golden State.

The game will be broadcast live on Fubo (free trial). Check back for updates and highlights following the game.

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