Lakers end four-game losing streak, Doncic returns to score 33+11

On March 17, the NBA regular season ushered in a focus battle, the Los Angeles Lakers played against the Phoenix Suns at home. After experiencing a four-game losing streak, the Lakers finally found their form, took the initiative throughout the game, and finally defeated the Suns 107-96, successfully stopping their losing streak. In this game, Doncic made a comeback and contributed comprehensive data of 33 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists, while center Hayes also performed well, scoring 19 points and 6 rebounds, becoming an important pillar of the Lakers' inside line .

In this game, Lakers star LeBron James continued to miss the game due to a groin injury, but the return of Doncic and Hayes greatly enhanced the team's strength. In the first quarter, the Lakers opened up the score quickly and took a 16-point lead in a single quarter. Entering the second quarter, the Lakers continued to maintain their offensive and widened the score difference at the end of the half, taking control of the game.

In the second half, the Suns tried to fight back, but the Lakers played steadily and expanded their lead to 20 points in the third quarter, making the game lose suspense in advance. In the end, the Lakers won easily with 107-96, ending their previous four-game losing streak.

For the Lakers, Doncic showed MVP-level dominance in this game. He played in the whole game, made 8 of 20 shots, including 4 of 11 three-pointers, and 13 of 14 free throws, and finally scored 33 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists, 2 steals, and a plus-minus value of +16. In the past 6 games against the Suns, he averaged 38 points, 8.5 rebounds, 9 assists, and 1.8 steals per game, making him a nemesis of the Suns.

In addition to Doncic, Lakers center Hayes made his comeback in this game and contributed 19 points and 6 rebounds efficiently, helping the team maintain its advantage in the paint. In addition, Davis contributed 17 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 blocks, and Reeves also scored 14 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists, becoming important contributors to the Lakers' victory.

As for the Suns, although Booker and Durant tried hard to catch up, their overall offensive efficiency was low and they failed to pose enough threat to the Lakers, ultimately losing regretfully.

After this victory, the Lakers' record is 41 wins and 25 losses, still temporarily ranking fifth in the Western Conference, only one win behind the third-ranked Nuggets and fourth-ranked Grizzlies, and 2.5 wins ahead of the sixth-ranked Warriors. In the next game, if the Lakers can stay healthy and continue the good form of this game, they still have a chance to impact the top three in the Western Conference and strive for a more favorable position in the playoffs.

For the Lakers, ending the losing streak is only the first step. How to maintain stability in the next schedule, especially adjusting the team's rhythm after James' return, will be the key to determining their playoff prospects.