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Phoenix Suns Look to Continue Dominance against Lakers

Suns Aim for Sixth Straight Win over Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers Look to Snap Losing Streak

The Phoenix Suns will look to continue their dominance over the Los Angeles Lakers when the two teams meet on Tuesday night. The Suns have won the last five meetings between the two teams, including a 115-105 victory in Los Angeles on Dec. 19. The Lakers will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak and improve their record to 19-23. The Suns, meanwhile, are 24-18 and in fifth place in the Western Conference. The Lakers will be without LeBron James, who is out with a left foot injury. Anthony Davis is also questionable to play with a right foot injury. The Suns will be led by Devin Booker, who is averaging 27.1 points per game. Deandre Ayton is also averaging a double-double with 18.5 points and 10.1 rebounds per game. The Lakers will be led by Davis, who is averaging 27.4 points and 12.1 rebounds per game. Russell Westbrook is also averaging a triple-double with 17.8 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 8.8 assists per game. The Suns are a 6.5-point favorite over the Lakers, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is 236.5 points.

Key Matchups

* **Devin Booker vs. Russell Westbrook:** This will be a key matchup between two of the best guards in the NBA. Booker is a more efficient scorer than Westbrook, but Westbrook is a better rebounder and passer. * **Deandre Ayton vs. Anthony Davis:** This will be another key matchup between two of the best big men in the NBA. Ayton is a more efficient scorer than Davis, but Davis is a better rebounder and defender. * **Mikal Bridges vs. Troy Brown Jr.:** This will be a key matchup between two of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA. Bridges is a better defender than Brown, but Brown is a more versatile offensive player.

Prediction

The Suns are a better team than the Lakers, even without LeBron James. The Suns have a more balanced attack and are playing better defense than the Lakers. I predict the Suns will win the game by a score of 112-102.