Bradley Beal scores 37 in Suns' win over Lakers: Recap

Phoenix Suns dominate Los Angeles Lakers with 127-109 win. Beal scores 37 points, Booker adds 31. Lakers struggle, Suns shine.

Bradley Beal had a standout performance, scoring a season-high 37 points, while Devin Booker added 31 as the Phoenix Suns secured a 127-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. This win marks the Suns' first victory over the Lakers in four attempts this season. The two teams are set to face off once more on February 25th in Phoenix.

Beal's impressive 8-of-10 shooting from 3-point range, along with his overall 14-of-21 shooting, contributed to a remarkable second-half performance, where he scored 26 points. This victory marks the Suns' sixth win in their last nine games.

Kevin Durant chipped in with 18 points, and Jusuf Nurkic's nine points and 12 rebounds further bolstered the Suns' performance. On the Lakers' side, D'Angelo Russell scored 19 points and Max Christie added 14, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. Anthony Davis and LeBron James were held to 13 and 10 points, respectively.

The Suns came out strong, taking a 24-14 lead just over six minutes into the game and finishing the first quarter with a 36-25 lead. By halftime, they were up 66-52, with Booker contributing 23 points.

In the third quarter, the Suns extended their lead, going on a 14-1 run to take a commanding 88-61 lead. From there, they continued to dominate, entering the final period with a 105-78 advantage. The Suns' strong performance allowed them to maintain a comfortable lead throughout the game, ultimately securing the 127-109 victory.

Despite the Suns' victory, the Lakers managed to shoot 50 percent from the floor, highlighting the Suns' defensive vulnerabilities. This win comes after a tough defeat against the Clippers, where the Suns allowed a 62.4 percent shooting percentage.

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