The Los Angeles Lakers have started off the season with a solid record of 9-4. Despite bringing back essentually the same roster as last year, Los Angeles has looked much more competitive on the floor.

It was a good day for the Los Angeles Lakers and rookie guard Dalton Knecht. The Lakers earned a 104-99 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on

Anthony Davis had 40 points and 12 rebounds, LeBron James had 15 points, 16 rebounds and 12 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers opened defense of their Emirates NBA Cup title with a 120-115 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night.