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Brooks ejected, LeBron seals wild Lakers victory
15 Dec, 2025
Summary
- LeBron James was instrumental in Lakers' comeback win.
- Dillon Brooks was ejected after a confrontation with LeBron.
- Lakers secured a narrow 116-114 victory despite numerous turnovers.
The Lakers staged an impressive comeback, erasing a 20-point deficit to defeat the Suns 116-114 in a game marked by unusual circumstances. LeBron James led the charge, contributing 26 points and making critical plays down the stretch, including a decisive blocked shot.
The game took a dramatic turn when Dillon Brooks was ejected after a confrontation with James, which occurred after James had made a go-ahead three-pointer. This ejection led to a series of free throws that ultimately put the Lakers back in the lead.
Despite committing 21 turnovers and struggling with their three-point shooting, the Lakers managed to secure the win, fueled by 24 offensive rebounds. This victory marks their first win in the absence of Austin Reaves, who is currently sidelined with a mild calf strain.
