Desmond Bane on scoring heater, projected for big night vs. Lakers

Desmond Bane is on his best scoring streak of the season, averaging 23.9 points over his last 14 games, including 30+ points in three of his last four. He's shooting 51.7% from three with 3.2 triples made per game. With Franz Wagner out, Bane has averaged 21.8 points in 28 games. He is projected for another strong performance against the Lakers' vulnerable perimeter defense, having topped 20.5 points in nine of his last 11 outings.