The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Phoenix Suns, 125-100.
Both teams got off to solid starts offensively as they moved the basketball well, but Phoenix was able to capitalize on Los Angeles defensive miscues and took the early lead. LeBron James looked to score early, knocking down his first three-point attempt and getting into the paint for a pair of easy baskets.
The Lakers offense began to pick up steam toward the midpoint of the quarter as their outside shots began to fall while Anthony Davis started to assert himself against the undersized Suns frontcourt.