Devin Booker scored 33 points, and Kevin Durant added 30 to propel the Phoenix Suns to a 109-105 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. This marked the Suns’ second win of the season as they bounced back from an early deficit.
Los Angeles took an 83-76 lead into the fourth quarter but could not hold on, suffering their first loss after a three-game winning streak. Durant’s back-to-back jumpers with 2:17 remaining gave Phoenix a critical 105-101 advantage.
LeBron James attempted to rally the Lakers, hitting a three-pointer with 1:58 left to narrow the gap to 105-104. Despite James’ efforts, Los Angeles never regained the lead in the tightly contested matchup.
The Suns managed to overcome an 18-point deficit. The Lakers had previously defeated Phoenix 123-116 on Friday, coming back from a 22-point deficit.
Austin Reaves opened the scoring for Los Angeles, hitting a three-pointer to establish a 26-8 lead in the first quarter. However, the Suns responded and took a 50-48 lead by halftime, demonstrating their ability to adapt.
Anthony Davis was a standout performer for the Lakers, scoring 29 points on 12-of-24 shooting. He also grabbed 15 rebounds, reinforcing his status as the primary offensive option for Los Angeles.
Booker was instrumental for Phoenix, scoring 23 of his points in the second half. His performance was complemented by Durant’s scoring prowess, as both stars combined for 63 points.
Phoenix’s defense played a crucial role, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they limited the Lakers’ scoring opportunities. The Suns capitalized on their chances and executed their game plan effectively.
