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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LaMelo Ball had a season-high 32 points and the Charlotte Hornets held off a furious second-half rally from Indiana's backups to beat the Pacers 121-118 on Friday night for their fifth straight victory.

The New Orleans Pelicans have won just three games during the first month of the season.

LaMelo Ball used a big first half on his way to 32 points as the Charlotte Hornets won their fifth game in a row, beating the visiting Indiana Pacers 121-118 on

Game Recap The Pacers capped off a three-game road trip with a trip down to Charlotte to take on the Hornets for the second time this season. The game turned out to be a roller coaster of emotions for Pacers fans.

The New Orleans Pelicans have won just three games during the first month of the season.

During the Hornets-Pacers game it became rather clear, LaMelo Ball is more than just a few nifty passes and fun...

The New Orleans Pelicans have won just three games during the first month of the season.

Game Recap After consecutive wins at home, the Pacers headed out West to take on the Portland Trail Blazers to start a four-game road trip. Indiana knew it would be a tough battle at Moda Center, as the Blazers have won by an average of 23 points at home to start the season. The Blue & Gold appeared primed to break that streak, rallying back from a 16-point first-half deficit

Indiana jumped ahead early and never looked back, topping San Antonio at home for their second win of the year. Domantas Sabonis scored 24 in the win.

With one win in seven games, every advantage matters.