The Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns are set to face off in an exciting early-season NBA showdown this Friday, October 25, 2024.
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Suns vs Lakers preview
Tip-off is set for 10:00 PM ET at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles for the highly anticipated game between two Western Conference contenders.
Both the Lakers and the Suns have started the season strong and will be looking to extend their perfect records after securing wins in their respective season openers.
This game is the first regular-season meeting between both, though the teams are quite familiar with each other, having already played twice in pre-season matchups.
Each team claimed one victory, with the Suns winning the first game 118-114, and the Lakers bouncing back with a 128-122 overtime win.
With these competitive outings fresh in their minds, both sides will be eager to gain an edge in what is expected to be a highly competitive playoff race.
NBA history was made in first Lakers game
The Lakers come into this game on a high after a 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.
The game was historic for several reasons, as LeBron James and his son, Bronny, made NBA history as the first father-son duo to play in the same game.
However, it was Anthony Davis who stole the spotlight, delivering a dominant performance with 36 points and 16 rebounds.
The win marked a strong start for the Lakers under new head coach JJ Redick, and they will be aiming to build on that momentum.
Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns are fresh off a thrilling 116-113 overtime win against the Los Angeles Clippers in their opener, thanks to a clutch performance from Kevin Durant.
Durant scored 25 points, including a game-tying shot to send the game to overtime, and received ample support from Bradley Beal and Devin Booker.
The Suns are aiming to improve on last season’s disappointing playoff exit, and their opening win is an encouraging sign of their potential.
Fans can catch this Lakers-Suns matchup live on national television, with major networks set to broadcast the game.
For those looking to stream the game, popular NBA streaming platforms will offer live coverage as well.
With star power on both sides and the early-season stakes high, the game promises to be one of the most exciting games of the week.
