Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns Recap
PublishedDecember 24, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:December 24, 2025 ,

NBA Recap: Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns – 12/23/25

On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, the Phoenix Suns played the Los Angeles Lakers at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, AZ. The Suns won the game with a score of 132-108. This win pushed the Suns’ record to 16-13 in the season, while the Lakers stood at 19-9 after this game.

Devin Booker led the Suns with 21 points and 11 assists. Collin Gillespie also contributed 16 points and 8 assists. For the Lakers, LeBron James scored 23 points and had 6 assists. Despite the Lakers’ efforts, the Suns controlled the game with a strong performance.

The Phoenix Suns started strong with a 29-26 lead in the first quarter. They extended their advantage in the second quarter, scoring 38 points to the Lakers’ 31. By halftime, the Suns led 67-57.

In the third quarter, the Suns pulled away with 45 points while the Lakers managed 29. Despite a quieter fourth quarter, where the Suns scored 20 and the Lakers 22, the Suns secured a 132-108 win. The Suns shot 58.8% from the field, compared to the Lakers’ 48.1%.

LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers with 23 points. He also had 2 rebounds and 6 assists. James made half of his shots, going 7 for 14 from the field.

Devin Booker was a key player for the Phoenix Suns. He scored 21 points and had 11 assists. Booker was efficient, making 7 of his 14 shots.

Mark Williams contributed to the Suns’ win with 18 points and 9 rebounds. He was accurate from the floor, hitting 7 out of 8 shots. His performance helped the Suns secure the victory.

What’s Next

The Phoenix Suns improved their record to 15-13 with their win over the Los Angeles Lakers. This victory keeps them in 7th place in the Western Conference. The Suns are working to climb higher in the standings as the season progresses.

The Los Angeles Lakers now have a record of 19-8 after the loss. They remain in 4th place in the Western Conference. The Lakers aim to maintain their position and secure a strong playoff spot as the season continues.

The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Houston Rockets next. This game is on Thursday, December 25, at 8:00 PM. The Lakers will play at home in the Crypto.com Arena. After that, they will host the Sacramento Kings on Sunday, December 28. They will then play the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, December 30, also at home.

The Phoenix Suns will play the New Orleans Pelicans next. This game is scheduled for Friday, December 26, at 8:00 PM. The Suns will be on the road at the Smoothie King Center. They will face the Pelicans again the following day, Saturday, December 27. The Suns will then play the Washington Wizards on Monday, December 29, at the Capital One Arena.

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