{"id":28607,"date":"2025-12-24T10:16:02","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T14:16:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/sports-on-today-takes-a-break-for-christmas-eve-but-dillon-brooks-explodes-for-25-as-suns-absolutely-destroy-lakers-132-108\/"},"modified":"2025-12-24T10:16:02","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T14:16:02","slug":"36736-sports-on-today-takes-a-break-for-christmas-eve-but-suns-destroyed-lakers-132-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/36736-sports-on-today-takes-a-break-for-christmas-eve-but-suns-destroyed-lakers-132-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Sports on today takes a break for Christmas Eve, but Dillon Brooks explodes for 25 as Suns absolutely destroy Lakers 132-108"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Phoenix Suns<\/b> absolutely destroyed the Los Angeles Lakers<\/b> last night with a dominant 132-108<\/b> victory. Dillon Brooks<\/b> led the charge with an explosive 25-point<\/b> performance that put the game away early. Without Luka Doncic<\/b> on the court, the Lakers<\/b> had no answer for Phoenix’s<\/b> relentless third-quarter barrage.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Dillon Brooks<\/b> finished 10-of-15 from the field with 25 points and 3-of-6 from three-point range<\/li>\n
  • The Suns<\/b> exploded for 45 points<\/b> in the decisive third quarter to put the game out of reach<\/li>\n
  • Devin Booker<\/b> added 21 points<\/b> and dished out 11 assists<\/b> for the Suns<\/b><\/li>\n
  • LeBron James<\/b> led the Lakers<\/b> with 23 points<\/b> in the loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Dillon Brooks Erupts in Third Quarter to Seal Victory<\/h2>\n

    Brooks<\/b> was absolutely unstoppable as the Suns<\/b> took control of the game in the third quarter. The 29-year-old<\/b> guard knocked down 12 points<\/b> in that crucial period while shooting an efficient 67%<\/b> from the floor. His aggressive offensive approach set the tone early for Phoenix<\/b> as they built a commanding lead that the Lakers<\/b> could never overcome.<\/p>\n

    The Suns’<\/b> entire offensive unit was clicking on all cylinders during that third-quarter stretch. Brooks’<\/b> scoring pop-off wasn’t just about volume, but about efficiency and timing. With the Lakers<\/b> struggling on defense without key players in the lineup, Phoenix<\/b> capitalized on every opportunity.<\/p>\n

    Devin Booker’s Well-Rounded Game Leads Phoenix Suns Offense<\/h2>\n

    Devin Booker<\/b> was the complete floor general for the Suns<\/b>, contributing 21 points<\/b> while orchestrating the offense with 11 assists<\/b>. His ability to create looks for teammates complemented Brooks’<\/b> scoring perfectly. The Suns’<\/b> offensive flow was smooth and purposeful throughout the contest.<\/p>\n

    The combination of Brooks’<\/b> aggressive scoring and Booker’s<\/b> facilitating created a matchup nightmare for the Lakers<\/b>. Every time Los Angeles<\/b> tried to adjust defensively, one of these two stars found another way to punish them. This balance will be critical for Phoenix<\/b> as they continue their 2025<\/b> season.<\/p>\n

    Game Statistics and Player Performance Breakdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Player<\/td>\nTeam<\/td>\nPoints<\/td>\nShooting<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Dillon Brooks<\/b><\/td>\nPhoenix<\/b><\/td>\n25<\/b><\/td>\n10-15 (67%)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Devin Booker<\/b><\/td>\nPhoenix<\/b><\/td>\n21<\/b><\/td>\n+ 11 Assists<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    LeBron James<\/b><\/td>\nLA Lakers<\/b><\/td>\n23<\/b><\/td>\n7-14<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Austin Reaves<\/b><\/td>\nLA Lakers<\/b><\/td>\n17<\/b><\/td>\n6-11 Bench<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    Lakers Struggle Without Luka Doncic as Suns Feast<\/h2>\n

    The Los Angeles Lakers<\/b> entered the game without Luka Doncic<\/b> due to injury, and it showed on the court. LeBron James<\/b> did his part with 23 points<\/b>, while bench scorer Austin Reaves<\/b> chipped in 17 points<\/b> on solid 6-of-11<\/b> shooting. However, their offensive effort simply couldn’t match Phoenix’s<\/b> explosive third-quarter onslaught.<\/p>\n

    This loss marks the Lakers’<\/b> second consecutive defeat heading into the holiday break. Without their key wing player, the team struggled to maintain defensive intensity against a Suns<\/b> squad that showed exactly why they’re contenders in the Western Conference<\/b>. The Phoenix<\/b> roster is now 16-13<\/b> on the season.<\/p>\n

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    Watch: Dillon Brooks 25-Point Performance<\/h3>\n