Overview
- Phoenix routed Los Angeles 132-108, handing the Lakers their first consecutive losses of the season and dropping them to 19-9.
- Luka Dončić missed the game with a left-leg calf contusion listed as day-to-day, and a reporter indicated there is hope he could play on Christmas if he feels ready.
- Austin Reaves returned from a left calf strain to score 17 off the bench, but the Lakers’ defense surrendered a season-high opponent field-goal mark and 62 paint points.
- San Antonio overpowered Oklahoma City 130-110 for a seventh straight win, led by Keldon Johnson and Stephon Castle combining for 49 points.
- Brooklyn topped Philadelphia 114-106 with Michael Porter Jr. sparking the win as Tyrese Maxey struggled, while the Knicks traveled to Minnesota without Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby.