Frank Vogel, Anthony Davis Lakers
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Los Angeles Lakers were able to tough out an overtime 126-123 win over the Hornets thanks to Anthony Davis, who put up a great performance despite being sick and hurt.

Davis put up 32 points, on 13-25 shooting, to go with 12 rebounds, 4 assists, 5 blocks, and 3 steals, while he had to deal with a nasty stomach bug and a thumb injury.

After the Lakers’ win, head coach Frank Vogel praised Davis for his tenacity and showed gratitude for what his superstar could offer despite the circumstances.

(via Harrison Faigen of SB Nation):

“He’s dealing with a lot of stuff right now. His thumb, and obviously being really sick,” Vogel said. “He’s toughing it out, and we don’t win this game tonight without him having that mindset that he’s going to push through his health adversity that he’s facing. He was terrific.”

With LeBron James out and Russell Westbrook still struggling, the Lakers will need Davis to take over in order to remain afloat in the tough West.

After playing 43 minutes in Monday’s contest, Davis has to do it again in 48 hours, facing Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat on Wednesday.