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Lakers vs. Suns prediction: Lakers to win, Luka Doncic projected for big game in Sunday's NBA matchup [12/14/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers will meet in NBA action at Mortgage Matchup Center on Sunday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Lakers as the most likely winner of the Lakers vs. Suns game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Suns lineup will feature players like Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks and Grayson Allen, while the Lakers will rely on Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton.
Doncic is expected to deliver a standout performance with a projected 33 points and 4 threes.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Lakers vs. Suns prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NBA matchup between the Lakers and Suns 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Lakers a 56% chance of defeating the Suns. Our predicted final score has the Lakers winning 116-114.
According to our model, the Lakers (-1.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 231.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Lakers vs. Suns odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Lakers | Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-105) | +1.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -108 | +100 |
| Total | o231.5 (-110) | u231.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Lakers vs. Suns picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Lakers -1.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Lakers | -108 |
| Total | Under 231.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Lakers to win.
Lakers vs. Suns player props
NBA prop bets are an enjoyable way to wager on Sunday's Lakers vs. Suns game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Mortgage Matchup Center.
Luka Doncic is expected to lead the Lakers with 33 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists, while Devin Booker is projected to have 24 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists for the Suns.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Lakers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Lakers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 33 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 66 |
| LeBron James | 26 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 55 |
| Deandre Ayton | 16 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 35 |
| Rui Hachimura | 15 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25 |
| Marcus Smart | 14 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
Suns prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Suns:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Booker | 24 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 46 |
| Dillon Brooks | 17 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 30 |
| Grayson Allen | 14 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 31 |
| C. Gillespie | 12 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 30 |
| Royce O'Neale | 12 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 27 |
Lakers vs. Suns game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between the Suns and Lakers at Mortgage Matchup Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns
- Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center
Conclusion
We predict the Lakers, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Suns on Sunday, with Luka Doncic projected for a game-high 66 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Lakers vs. Suns insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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