Game Recap: Booker drops 31 in 120-112 NBA Cup win for the Suns

Suns' All-Star guard Devin Booker led the way with 31 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 120-112 on Sunday night at the Footprint Center in Phoenix.

The Suns were led by Devin Booker, who had 31 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Deandre Ayton added 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Chris Paul had 17 points and 10 assists.

The Lakers were led by LeBron James, who had 25 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists. Anthony Davis added 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Russell Westbrook had 17 points.

The Suns improved to 27-23 with the win, while the Lakers dropped to 23-28.

The Suns led by just 5 points at halftime, but they pulled away in the second half thanks to a strong performance from Booker.

Booker scored 17 points in the third quarter, including a pair of 3-pointers, to help the Suns build a 10-point lead.

The Lakers cut the lead to 5 points in the fourth quarter, but the Suns held on for the win.

The Suns will be back in action on Tuesday night when they host the New Orleans Pelicans.

The Lakers will be back in action on Wednesday night when they host the Memphis Grizzlies.