The Phoenix Suns fell to the Los Angeles Lakers in a wild finish, 116-114, on Dec. 14 at Mortgage Matchup Center. Here are takeaways from the game.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James addresses the controversial technical free throw after Sunday’s win over the Phoenix Suns.

Dec 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) and Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) react during an altercation that resulted in a technical for Brooks during the second half of a game at at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images | Allan Henry-Imagn Images

The Suns' head coach Jordan Ott had a few choice words for the referees after his team's game against the Lakers.

A video on X has gone viral for diving into every physical play between LeBron James and Dillon Brooks, highlighting their trash-talking.

When the final buzzer sounded on Sunday night, the game between the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers didn’t just come to a close; it shifted into scrutiny.

Luka Doncic led the Lakers in scoring with 29 points, though he shot just 7-for-25 from the floor. James finished with 26 points on 8-for-17 shooting, while Deandre Ayton added 20 pointa nd grabbed 1o rebounds for the Lakers, who improved to 18-7.

Phoenix Suns on the road after an NBA Cup elimination. Despite injuries, the Suns, led by Dillon Brooks and coaching, have been competitive. The Lakers, coming off a defensive lapse, will rely on Luka Doncic and LeBron James against a tenacious Phoenix squad.

The Phoenix Suns are nearing the end of a gruesome portion of their schedule, but not before a pair of meetings with the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State