Key Takeaways:
- Phoenix Suns ended the Los Angeles Lakers’ seven-game winning streak with a 125-108 score
- Devin Booker exited early in the first quarter due to a right groin injury, but Dillon Brooks scored 33 points to spark the Suns
- LeBron James extended his run of double-digit scoring to 1,297 consecutive regular-season games, finishing with 10 points
Match Analysis
The Phoenix Suns delivered an emphatic statement at Crypto.com Arena on Monday night, halting the Los Angeles Lakers’ momentum with a 125-108 victory. The result not only snapped the Lakers’ seven-game winning run but also showcased Phoenix’s depth and resilience after losing Devin Booker to injury early in the contest.
Booker contributed 11 points before being forced to the bench with just two minutes remaining in the opening quarter, suffering a right groin injury. Despite this setback, the Suns quickly regrouped and produced an impressive, high-energy performance led by Dillon Brooks and Collin Gillespie.
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— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) December 2, 2025
Key Player Performances
Dillon Brooks stepped up in Booker’s absence, posting 33 points in total, including 23 in a prolific first half on 11-of-16 shooting. Collin Gillespie made a career impact, scoring 28 points and connecting on a personal-best eight shots from beyond the arc. Gillespie was particularly decisive in the fourth quarter, where he tallied 16 of his points.
On the Lakers’ side, Luka Doncic amassed 38 points, providing a strong start with 20 points in the first quarter. Austin Reaves supplied 16 points for Los Angeles, but the home side appeared to struggle for energy as the game went on, marking their third home fixture in four nights.
LeBron James, despite a subdued evening, recorded 10 points. He managed to preserve his streak of double-digit scoring in regular-season games, now standing at 1,297 matches, thanks to a three-pointer with 6:51 left on the clock.
| Team | Top Scorer | Points | Notable Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Suns | Dillon Brooks | 33 | Collin Gillespie: 28 pts (8 3PT), 16 in 4Q; Forced 22 turnovers |
| Los Angeles Lakers | Luka Doncic | 38 | LeBron James: 10 pts (preserved streak); Austin Reaves: 16 pts |
Team Outlook and Fixtures
Phoenix, having recently dropped three of their past four games, will next travel to Houston for a fixture on Friday. The Lakers, looking to regroup after this defeat, will play their next game at Toronto on Thursday.
