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Suns Snap Lakers' Streak with Dominant 125-108 Victory

12/2/2025

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Summary

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The Phoenix Suns defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 125-108 to end the Lakers' seven-game streak.
Dillon Brooks led the Suns with 33 points after Devin Booker left with a groin injury.
LeBron James returned from injury and scored 10 points.
Brooks taunted James with a signature celebration after a dunk.
The Lakers fell to 15-5 and the Suns rose to 13-9; the Lakers next face the Toronto Raptors.

History

Historical Context

The 1976 NBA Finals featured a historic clash between the Boston Celtics and Phoenix Suns, culminating in a legendary Game 5 that went into triple overtime. The Celtics, led by Jo Jo White, secured their 13th championship with a 128-126 victory. This series highlighted the Suns' resilience, marking their first Finals appearance after a remarkable playoff run, and set the stage for future NBA rivalries.

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Story summary

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 125-108 to end the Lakers' seven-game streak.
Dillon Brooks led the Suns with 33 points after Devin Booker left with a groin injury.
LeBron James returned from injury and scored 10 points.
Brooks taunted James with a signature celebration after a dunk.
The Lakers fell to 15-5 and the Suns rose to 13-9; the Lakers next face the Toronto Raptors.

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