The Los Angeles Lakers were able to pull away from the Phoenix Suns for a 100-93 win, largely due to the play of Jordan Clarkson off the bench. His season-high 25 points led the Lakers, providing clutch buckets while shooting at an efficient rate (11-for-19).
That strong display was a leading cause to start the second quarter, also including a period where Clarkson scored 14 points in a row for Los Angeles. Head coach Luke Walton has had the daunting task of finding a spot in the rotation for each key player on this roster, trying to find the proper balance for a team that is attempting to take the next step in its development.