The Phoenix Suns handled the Los Angeles Lakers 132–108 on Tuesday night at Footprint Center, delivering one of their most complete performances of the season.
The game turned decisively in the third quarter. Phoenix poured in 45 points coming out of halftime, breaking the game open with pace, spacing, and consistent ball movement. The Suns finished with 35 assists, a clear indicator of how comfortably they controlled the flow.
Dillon Brooks led all scorers with 25 points, setting the tone on both ends and bringing the edge Phoenix leaned on throughout the night. His energy showed up early and carried through the second half as the Suns pulled away.
Devin Booker followed with a steady, efficient performance: 21 points and 11 assists. He dictated tempo, made the right reads, and kept the offense organized during Phoenix’s biggest runs.
Dillon Brooks walked in while LeBron James was shooting a free throw 😭😭😭pic.twitter.com/CKBqkp79Ab
— NBACentel (@TheNBACentel) December 24, 2025
LeBron James scored 23 points on efficient shooting but logged just 26 minutes as the game slipped out of reach. The Lakers struggled to keep up defensively once Phoenix found its rhythm, particularly during the decisive third-quarter stretch.
With the win, the Suns evened the season series at 1–1 and showed what they look like when their offense is connected and their intensity is consistent. This wasn’t a dramatic finish or a controversial night — just a disciplined, high-level performance that overwhelmed a Lakers team that never recovered after halftime.
