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Analyzing Sunday’s Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Phoenix Suns will play against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday in the first of a back-to-back. The Suns begin a key five-game homestand Monday against Toronto at PHX Arena. The Raptors beat them in Toronto last month, 127-109, as they closed the game hitting a 3 on seven consecutive possessions.

Prior to the Suns' matchup in Los Angeles, Doncic is listed as probable with an ankle sprain. He missed a recent contest for the Lakers. On top of Doncic being on the injury report, the Lakers have listed as Dalton Knecht as probable with back soreness. Dorian Finney-Smith is questionable with ankle management.

Luka Dončić and the Lakers come home after a rough road trip. Kevin Durant and the Suns have struggled mightily in 2025.

LeBron James is having a remarkable season and is nearing a return from his groin injury. Could he be available for this Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Lakers showdown? He entered the day listed as questionable and that leaves the door open,

The Los Angeles Lakers will play against the Phoenix Suns without star forward LeBron James, who is out due to a leg injury. The Lakers face multiple injuries, with LeBron and Rui Hachimura ruled out.

After a rather forgettable road trip that saw them lose four straight games, the Lakers are back home, where the Phoenix Suns will greet them on Sunday. This is the first of back-to-back games for Los Angeles and the fifth match in 10 nights.