In a closely contested game, the Lakers fell to the Suns 113-110, marking their third consecutive loss. Despite Luka Doncic’s impressive 41-point performance, the Lakers struggled with rebounding and defensive lapses, particularly in closing out on shooters, allowing the Suns to shoot 44% from three-point range. Grayson Allen led the Suns with 28 points, including a crucial 16 in the third quarter. The Lakers are now 34-24, clinging to the No. 6 spot in the West and facing a tough matchup against the Warriors next.
