Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

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Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns are currently 4th in the Pacific division and 7th in the Western Conference. Their record this season is 9-7 after their recent loss against the New York Knicks. After a fantastic start to their season, the Phoenix Suns are currently on a five-game losing streak.

In their loss against the Orlando Magic 109-99, The Suns had three starters out due to injury, including Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic. Phoenix is 1-5 over that stretch, including losing four straight. 

With their recent loss against the New York Knicks by 16 points, Devin Booker scored 33 points on 12-for-33 shooting and Jusuf Nurkic scored 14 points and 12 rebounds for the injury-depleted Suns, who have now lost five straight.

Phoenix Suns are in the midst of an injury-filled tailspin. The one silver lining is that several young players are getting experience. Phoenix star Kevin Durant missed his seventh straight game with a left calf strain. 

Teammate and three-time All-Star Bradley Beal was out for his fifth straight game. It’s been tough for Phoenix and the struggles can’t totally be blamed on injuries. The Suns have been averaging 112.1 points per game, 43.6 rebounds and 26.2 assists per game this season. 

Devin Booker leads the scoring board, averaging 24.1 points per game for the Phoenix Suns while Jusuf Nurkic is averaging 10.0 rebounds per game for the Suns. The Suns have been averaging 14.9 three-point field goals made.

Devin Booker will be instrumental in keeping the Suns competitive with his scoring versatility, using mid-range shots and aggressive drives to the basket. The Sun's focus on ball movement, leading to open shots for their perimeter players. 

Both Book and Durant have the ability to execute numerous two-man plays to create scoring opportunities while collapsing the Lakers defence. The Suns should focus on aggressive perimeter defence, aiming to contest every shot from the Lakers wing players.

Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently 2nd in the Pacific division and 4th in the Western Conference. Their record this season is 10-5 after their recent loss against the Orlando Magic.

Dalton Knecht tied the NBA’s single game rookie record with nine three pointers while scoring a career high 37 points, as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 124-118 for their sixth consecutive victory. 

Knecht has been outstanding since joining the starting lineup four games ago, racking up 24.3 points per game while hitting 21 three pointers. He has been the catch and shoot threat long lacked by LeBron James and Davis. 

The Lakers' recent six-game winning streak came to an end when they suffered a defeat to the Orlando Magic by one point (119-118). Anthony Davis missed two free throws with 19 seconds left and then missed an 18-foot jumper at the buzzer for the Lakers, who lost to a Magic team playing without three starters.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been averaging 117.3 points per game, 40.1 rebounds and 26.9 assists per game this season. Anthony Davis leads their offense scoreboard averaging 31.3 points per game and LeBron with 9.3 assists per game. 

Anthony Davis has been crucial for their defence as he averages 11.2 rebounds per game. The LA Lakers have been shooting 37.6% three-point field goals per game.

LeBron will be a catalyst on both ends, orchestrating the offence and making crucial plays in clutch moments. His ability to drive and dish out during the pick and roll set the tone for the Lakers. 

Dominating in the paint, Davis combined defensive capabilities with offence efficiency, shutting down inside looks for the Suns and converting on mid-range jumpers. The Lakers often isolate LeBron on one side of the court, allowing him to exploit mismatches. 

The Lakers frequently switch on screens to counter the Suns shooting guards and forward and will also be focused on protecting the rim with Davis and James.

Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers Starting Lineups

Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers Match Prediction & Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have won 69.2% of their home games against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Suns will rely heavily on their “Big Three” of Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, if Bradley Beal and Durant, both of whom are injured, will be fit for their matchup with the Lakers. 

With Tyus Jones running the point, they have a pass first guard who adds balance to their scoring heavy lineup. Jones has been effective as a distributor, averaging 7.3 assists last season and he provides a significant boost to the team’s playmaking. The Suns have won five of their eight home games played this season. But the interior defence has been inconsistent. This might give Anthony Davis a chance to exploit the paint.

The Lakers will look to capitalise on their interior advantage with Anthony Davis, who dominated with 39 points in a recent game. LeBron James will continue to facilitate and score in key moments, while role players like D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves are crucial for outside shooting. 

The Lakers have shown improvement defensively but are still vulnerable to perimeter attacks, which the Suns can leverage with their shooters. The Lakers have been able to dominate their home games, as they have won seven of their eight home games played this season.

Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers Player Stats

PHOENIX SUNS vs LOS ANGELES LAKERS
Winning Prediction

The Lakers are slightly favourites. This game is expected to be close, with both teams trying to build momentum. The key will likely be how well the Suns lineup integrates against the Lakers experienced core. The Suns can cause an upset if both Durant and Bradley can be fit for this matchup and take-home court advantage.

Los Angeles Lakers to Win!

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