The Phoenix Suns are set to face off against the Los Angeles Lakers tonight at 10:00 p.m. ET, welcoming back key players Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal after a challenging stretch. The Suns have faced significant difficulties lately, suffering six losses in their last seven games and finding themselves at a reduced form since their strong start to the 2024-25 season with an 8-1 record. Now, with their stars returning, there is renewed hope for improvement.
Kevin Durant, who has been a standout for the Suns, averaging 27.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists over nine games this season, looks to make an impact in his first game back since November 8. His performance is under close scrutiny for prop bets. DraftKings Sportsbook offers various lines for Durant, including an over/under of 22.5 points, alongside expectations for 5.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists. Notably, Durant has exceeded 22 points in six of his last eight outings and has reached 30 points in five of those games.
In terms of three-point shooting, which reflects his sharpshooting reputation, Durant has a 42.9 percent success rate this season and has made two or more threes in three of his recent four games. However, his line is intriguingly set at 2.5 three-pointers for tonight. The odds are slightly more favorable for him to hit over that mark at +155.
On the rebounding front, Durant has cleared the six-board mark in two of his last five games, putting him at -110 to go over that expected total against the Lakers. Additionally, despite a slight dip in assist averages this season, he’s consistently recorded at least three assists in his last three games, making him a -142 favorite to continue that trend.
As the Suns aim to revitalize their season against a rival like the Lakers, Durant’s return may reignite their competitive edge. The team’s performance tonight could signal a turning point as they strive to regain momentum in the league.
This matchup holds potential not only for the Suns to boost their standings but also for Durant to showcase his elite talent once again, providing fans with a thrilling basketball experience.