Recap: Luka Doncic Impresses In Preseason Debut But Lakers Fall To Suns
Luka Doncic impressed in his preseason debut but the Los Angeles Lakers still fell to the Phoenix Suns on the road.
The Lakers took on the Phoenix Suns for the second time this preseason, with key pieces Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart making their debuts. However, LeBron James, Gabe Vincent, Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt and others sat out.
The Suns were without regulars including Devin Booker, but pulled ahead in the second half to earn a 113-104 victory over the Lakers.
Doncic started strong, responding to a missed shot with a three-point play on a drive. Deandre Ayton also made his presence felt early with a pair of buckets, four rebounds and a block.
Luka Doncic impressed in his preseason debut
Author's summary: Lakers lose to Suns despite Doncic's debut.