Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns
Feb 26, 2026
Phoenix Suns Edge Los Angeles Lakers 113-110 in Tight Contest
Game Summary
The Phoenix Suns secured a narrow 113-110 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite a strong individual performance from Luka Dončić, who scored 41 points, the Lakers struggled to manage their turnovers, committing 12 against a Suns defense that forced more than their season average. The Suns thrived from beyond the arc, converting 22 three-pointers at a 44% clip, significantly outpacing the Lakers’ defensive averages.
Top Performers
Grayson Allen led the Suns with 28 points, showcasing his shooting prowess with six three-pointers. Collin Gillespie contributed 21 points, also hitting six from deep, while Royce O'Neale added 13 points and six rebounds. For the Lakers, Luka Dončić stood out with 41 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists, although his efforts fell short as LeBron James managed just 15 points.
Odds Recap
Listed as 5.5-point underdogs, the Phoenix Suns stunned the Lakers with their victory, winning by a margin of just three points. This close outcome highlighted the Lakers' inability to cover the spread as favorites. Furthermore, the game surpassed the pre-game total of 223 points, ending up with 223 points combined, confirming a high-scoring affair.
Prediction Recap
The model predicted a Lakers victory but missed the mark, as the Suns emerged as the actual winners. The model correctly anticipated the game would go over the projected total but failed to account for the Suns covering the spread. It also inaccurately favored the Lakers in the moneyline prediction.
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