PHOENIX SUNS VERSUS LOS ANGELES LAKERS

THE Phoenix Suns spoiled the Los Angeles Lakers' pre-season debut with a commanding 103-81 victory as stars Lebron James and Luka Doncic watched from the sidelines.

Austin Reaves led the Lakers with 20 points while rookie Bronny James added 8, including a 3-pointer late in the 3rd quarter.

Lebron James continues to recover carefully from a minor nerve injury as he gears up for his record 23rd NBA season.