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Suns Secure Victory Over Lakers in Close Contest

Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers1-3
104
Phoenix Suns
Phoenix Suns3-1
113

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center

Phoenix Suns 113, Los Angeles Lakers 104, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns?

Phoenix Suns beat Los Angeles Lakers 113-104 at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 14, 2025.

In a tightly contested matchup at the Mortgage Matchup Center, the Phoenix Suns triumphed over the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 113 to 104. This victory marks the Suns' continued dominance in their series against the Lakers, now leading 3-2 in their recent encounters.

The Suns entered the game with a home record of 3-1, while the Lakers struggled with an away record of just 1-3. Despite the Suns' overall recent form showing a record of 1-9 in their last ten games, they managed to secure this important win. The Suns have averaged 106.6 points scored and allowed 123.7 points in their last ten games, reflecting their struggles defensively. In contrast, the Lakers had a more favorable recent form, boasting a record of 6-4 over the same span, with an average of 117.4 points scored and 112.5 points allowed.

The game was characterized by a series of scoring plays that highlighted the competitive nature of the matchup. Notably, Bronny James made a crucial 12-foot pullup jump shot in the fourth quarter, bringing the Lakers to within two points at 100-102. However, the Suns responded effectively with a driving layup from Jordan Goodwin and subsequent scores from Nigel Hayes-Davis and Jared Butler, who played pivotal roles in maintaining the lead.

In terms of previous meetings, the two teams have faced each other four times in the current season, with a balanced record of 2-2. The Suns previously defeated the Lakers 127-100 at home on November 27, 2024, and 109-105 at home on October 29, 2024. However, the Lakers had their moments as well, winning 107-96 in their last encounter on March 16, 2025.

Injury concerns were present for the Suns, with CJ Huntley and Mark Williams both listed as Day-To-Day due to hamstring and foot issues, respectively. Their statuses were closely monitored leading up to the game, but the Suns managed to pull through without their full roster.

The betting market reflected the Suns' home advantage, with odds favoring them significantly. The final win probability for the Suns was listed at 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory.

Conditions during the game were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, as fans filled the arena, creating an electric environment. Viewers were treated to a showcase of skills, particularly from Jared Butler, who was instrumental in the closing moments of the game, scoring critical points that sealed the Suns' win.

Overall, this matchup served as a testament to the Suns' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while the Lakers will need to regroup as they continue to search for answers on the road.

Injury report

  • CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
  • Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns

Leaders

  • PointsJared Butler35Phoenix Suns
  • AssistsJared Butler9Phoenix Suns
  • ReboundsKhaman Maluach8Phoenix Suns
  • PointsLuka Doncic25Los Angeles Lakers
  • AssistsLuka Doncic4Los Angeles Lakers
  • ReboundsDeandre Ayton13Los Angeles Lakers

Recent form

Phoenix Suns

Last 10: 1-9Streak L1106.6 scored · 123.7 allowed per game1-4 at home

  • L98-109at Sacramento KingsApr 13
  • W117-98vs San Antonio SpursApr 12
  • L112-125vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 10
  • L95-133vs Golden State WarriorsApr 9
  • L98-112at New York KnicksApr 6
  • L103-123at Boston CelticsApr 4
  • L123-133at Milwaukee BucksApr 1
  • L109-148vs Houston RocketsMar 31
  • L109-124at Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 29
  • L102-132vs Boston CelticsMar 27

Los Angeles Lakers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1117.4 scored · 112.5 allowed per game3-3 away

  • L81-109at Portland Trail BlazersApr 13
  • W140-109vs Houston RocketsApr 12
  • W112-97at Dallas MavericksApr 9
  • L120-136at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 9
  • W126-99at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 6
  • W124-108vs New Orleans PelicansApr 5
  • L116-123vs Golden State WarriorsApr 4
  • W104-98vs Houston RocketsApr 1
  • W134-127at Memphis GrizzliesMar 30
  • L117-119at Chicago BullsMar 28

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
LA Lakers-29W3.64653
Phoenix837W1.54945
LA Clippers1140W1.51242
Golden State1645L3.45137
Sacramento3160L1.26822

Box score

StatLos Angeles LakersPhoenix Suns
Field goals36-8147-102
Field goal %4446
Three-pointers11-3316-42
Three-point %3338
Free throws21-283-8
Free throw %7538
Rebounds4938
Offensive rebounds1413
Defensive rebounds3525
Assists1827
Steals712
Blocks83
Turnovers1810
Team turnovers23
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers2614
Fast-break points1612
Points in the paint4852
Fouls1823
Largest lead1510

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter74-64Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
  2. 3rd Quarter74-66Jordan Goodwin makes 3-foot two point shot (Khaman Maluach assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter74-69Nigel Hayes-Davis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Livers assists)
  4. 3rd Quarter75-69Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
  5. 3rd Quarter76-69Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
  6. 3rd Quarter78-69Deandre Ayton makes 2-foot layup (Austin Reaves assists)
  7. 3rd Quarter78-71Isaiah Livers makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Koby Brea assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter78-73CJ Huntley makes two point shot (Jared Butler assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter78-75Jared Butler makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
  10. 3rd Quarter78-76Jared Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
  11. 3rd Quarter78-78Isaiah Livers makes 2-foot dunk (Jared Butler assists)
  12. 3rd Quarter80-78Christian Koloko makes dunk
  13. 3rd Quarter80-81Jordan Goodwin makes 24-foot three point jumper (David Duke Jr. assists)
  14. 3rd Quarter80-82Jordan Goodwin makes free throw 1 of 1
  15. 3rd Quarter80-84Jordan Goodwin makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
  16. 3rd Quarter81-84RJ Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
  17. 3rd Quarter81-86Jordan Goodwin makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
  18. 3rd Quarter83-86Dalton Knecht makes driving layup (Jake LaRavia assists)
  19. 3rd Quarter83-89Isaiah Livers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Goodwin assists)
  20. 4th Quarter85-89RJ Davis makes two point shot
  21. 4th Quarter85-91Jordan Goodwin makes driving layup
  22. 4th Quarter86-91Jake LaRavia makes free throw 1 of 2
  23. 4th Quarter87-91Jake LaRavia makes free throw 2 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter89-91Nick Smith Jr. makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
  25. 4th Quarter89-93Khaman Maluach makes driving layup (Jordan Goodwin assists)
  26. 4th Quarter89-96Jordan Goodwin makes 22-foot three point jumper (Koby Brea assists)
  27. 4th Quarter89-99David Duke Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Koby Brea assists)
  28. 4th Quarter92-99Nate Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nick Smith Jr. assists)
  29. 4th Quarter94-99Nate Williams makes 3-foot dunk
  30. 4th Quarter96-99Bronny James makes two point shot (Christian Koloko assists)
  31. 4th Quarter96-102Jared Butler makes 26-foot three point jumper (David Duke Jr. assists)
  32. 4th Quarter98-102Nate Williams makes 2-foot dunk (Bronny James assists)
  33. 4th Quarter100-102Bronny James makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
  34. 4th Quarter100-104Jordan Goodwin makes driving layup
  35. 4th Quarter100-106Nigel Hayes-Davis makes 10-foot two point shot (Jared Butler assists)
  36. 4th Quarter100-108Jared Butler makes 17-foot two point shot
  37. 4th Quarter102-108Christian Koloko makes 10-foot two point shot (Bronny James assists)
  38. 4th Quarter102-111Jared Butler makes 25-foot three pointer
  39. 4th Quarter104-111Christian Koloko makes 4-foot alley oop dunk shot (Nate Williams assists)
  40. 4th Quarter104-113Jared Butler makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot

Win probability

Above the line favours Phoenix Suns, below favours Los Angeles Lakers.

Venue

  • Mortgage Matchup CenterPhoenix, AZ
  • Attendance17071
  • OfficialsEd Malloy, John Butler, Dannica Baroody

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