The Phoenix Suns faced off against the Los Angeles Lakers in their preseason opener on October 6, 2024, at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, CA. The game started at 9:30 PM ET.
2. Starting Lineups
The Suns' starting lineup included Tyus Jones, Devin Booker, Jusuf Nurkic, Bradley Beal, and Kevin Durant. The Lakers' starting lineup featured D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, Anthony Davis, Rui Hachimura, and LeBron James.
3. Key Performances
Max Christie and Gabe Vincent from the Lakers showed promising performances, with Christie shooting the ball relatively well and rookie Dalton Knecht flashing his all-around offensive skills. For the Suns, Devin Booker and Kevin Durant were expected to lead the team, but specific box score details are currently unavailable.
4. Lakers' Preseason Debut
The Lakers made their 2024 preseason debut on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing by a score of 124-107. Despite this loss, young players like Max Christie and Gabe Vincent impressed with their shooting and overall play.
5. Bronny James' Moment
Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, had a significant moment in the game, blocking three shots and contributing to the Lakers' effort. This experience was described as a 'full-circle moment' for him.
6. Anthony Davis and LeBron James' Status
Anthony Davis and LeBron James were both held out of the Lakers' exhibition opener against the Timberwolves due to rest. Their status for future games will be closely monitored as they prepare for the regular season.
7. Future Matchups
The Suns and Lakers will face each other again in their next preseason matchups. Game 1 is scheduled for October 25, 2024, on ESPN, followed by Game 2 on October 28, 2024, on NBA TV.
