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The Phoenix Suns will go up against Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, March 16 at the Crypto.com Arena. As the Suns are navigating through their own injury issues, all eyes would be on the availability of Devin Booker, whether he starts against the Lakers or not.
Will Devin Booker start against Los Angeles Lakers?
The Suns are placed on the 11th spot in the Western Conference with as record of 31-36. They have three players listed on their injury report that includes Devin Booker as well.
The 28-years-old point guard will be starting against the Lakers. Booker has been the leading scorer as he averages 25.8 points per game (ninth in the league). However, the recent workload of the team and their cautious approach for a players health raise questions whether he would start against the Lakers or not. The Suns have Monte Morris (questionable, back), Grayson Allen (out, foot) and Nick Richards (probable, ankle) on the injury report.
The LA Lakers see themselves on the fifth spot in the Western Conference and they have a record of 40-25. The injury list for the Lakers have eight players with LeBron James and Rui Hachimura (knee, both) have been ruled out of the contest. Meanwhile, Jaxson Hayes (knee), Luka Doncic (calf) and Dalton Knecht (back) are listed as probable. Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) and Gabe Vincent (knee) remain questionable. Maxi Kleber (foot) is also out of the contest.
Devin Booker has been the shining light for the Suns this season as the team struggles with a -123 scoring differential. Over the past 20 games, Booker has averaged 24.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 6.8 assists. His 2.7 three-pointers are also ranked 26th in the league.
The Suns rely heavily on Devin Booker which is pretty evident on the court, especially when Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal are also shouldering offensive duties. On the other hand, Kevin Durant has been averaging 22.1 points and 5 rebounds in the last 20 games.
When and where to watch Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers clash?
The tip-off time for the Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns clash is 3:30 pm ET. The Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns clash will be broadcast live on ABC and ESPN+. The fans can enjoy live streaming on Fubo TV app.
