Recap: Luka Doncic Impresses In Preseason Debut But Lakers Fall To Suns

Recap: Luka Doncic Impresses In Preseason Debut But Lakers Fall To Suns

Luka Doncic impressed in his preseason debut, but the Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Phoenix Suns on the road.

The Lakers had some key players back in the lineup, including Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart, making their preseason debuts. However, LeBron James, Gabe Vincent, Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, and others sat out.

The Suns were also without most of their regulars, including Devin Booker, but they pulled ahead in the second half to earn a 113-104 victory over the Lakers.

Doncic missed his first shot on a step-back triple but immediately responded with a three-point play on a drive to get L.A. on the board.

Deandre Ayton made his presence felt early with a pair of buckets, four rebounds, and a block, giving the Suns an early lead.

Author's summary: Lakers lose to Suns despite Doncic's impressive debut.

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