In a thrilling NBA matchup, the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Phoenix Suns, with the game ultimately decided in overtime. Despite LeBron James being absent from the lineup, Anthony Davis scored 35 points, while Knecht also contributed 35 points. Together, Davis and Knecht combined for an impressive 70 points. Kevin Durant added 19 points to the scoreboard, and Bronny chipped in with 4 points. The Lakers managed to pull off a remarkable comeback, securing a 128-122 victory over the Suns.
During the first quarter, the Lakers scored 35 points, while the Suns followed closely behind with 30 points. In the second quarter, Reddish made a mid-range jump shot, Jones assisted Durant with a dunk, Durant scored two points through a layup, Jones made a three-pointer, Nurkic dunked, Booker made both free throws, Russell scored with a finger roll, O'Neal put the ball in the basket, and Reeves was intercepted by Beal at the buzzer as he crossed half court. At halftime, the Suns led the Lakers 67-62.
In the second half of the game, Knecht made both free throws, Bronny scored two points through a putback, Bronny's layup was fouled by Durant, the Suns' challenge failed, Bronny missed two consecutive free throws, Bronny fouled Beal, who made both free throws, Knecht made a long-distance shot, Iguodala dunked, Reddish grabbed a rebound, Beal's three-point attempt was blocked by Knecht, Russell assisted Davis, who dunked, Morris made a three-pointer, Davis scored with a jump shot, Dunn fouled Davis, who made the additional free throw, and Knecht hit a crucial tying three-pointer. In overtime, the Lakers scored 15 points, while the Suns managed only 9 points.