When the Los Angeles Lakers meet the Phoenix Suns tonight, they will wish to walk past the first game memory of the 103-81 loss. With LeBron James sidelined for a good 6 weeks due to a sciatica injury,

The Suns previously faced the Lakers in Palm Springs, walking away with a blowout win to start their preseason. After splitting their two-game series with the Brooklyn Nets in China, the Suns return home for a short turnaround that likely won't see many of their stars in action.

The Phoenix Suns trailed after the first shot of the game before whipping the LA Lakers 103-81 on Friday, 3 October.

The Phoenix Suns were a bit jet-lagged, it first appeared. Those who played certainly were not. Several key members sat out for the preseason finale against the Lakers. It was, at the very least, a great chance for young guys and fringe guys to showcase their skills and make a case for minutes or a roster spot.

The Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers clash again in the 2025 NBA preseason on October 14. After a dominant Suns victory, the Lakers aim to rebound at home, boosted by Luka Doncic's anticipated debut.

Los Angeles welcomed back Luka Doncic to their lineup for the first time all preseason in a starting lineup that featured former Phoenix No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart and Austin Reaves. LeBron James still remained out with his nerve pain that's expected to keep him out for the next few weeks.

It's Lakers vs Suns on Oct. 3 in the NBA. Here's how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.

The Phoenix Suns host the Los Angeles Lakers on October 15, 2025 in an NBA preseason game at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona, tipping off at 2:00 am UTC (which is 7:00 pm local Phoenix time). It’s more than just a tune-up — both teams will try to solidify rotations,

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James is set to begin his second NBA season after being drafted No. 55 overall out of USC in 2024. Making his professional debut alongside his father LeBron James on opening night last year, the 6-foot-2 guard ended up appearing in 27 games for the Lakers in his rookie campaign.