Lakers' perfect start to the NBA season comes to an end against the Suns.

 The Phoenix Suns duo of Kevin Durant and Devin Booker led the charge in handing the Los Angeles Lakers their first defeat of the NBA season, securing a thrilling 109-105 victory at Footprint Center in Phoenix.

Booker scored 33 points while Durant added 30, showcasing their scoring prowess. Meanwhile, Lakers star LeBron James had a quieter outing, finishing with only 11 points, while Anthony Davis topped the team with 29 and Austin Reaves contributed 23.

The Lakers entered the game with an impressive 3-0 record under new head coach JJ Redick and got off to a strong start, with Davis netting 16 points in the first quarter to give his team a commanding 26-8 lead.

Phoenix fought back to take a narrow 50-48 lead before the Lakers regained control with a 35-point third quarter. However, the Suns dominated the final period, outscoring the Lakers 33-22 to secure the hard-fought win.

Suns coach Mike Budenholzer praised his team’s defensive "toughness," citing their resilience in bouncing back after a challenging first quarter as crucial to their success.

In other NBA action, Paolo Banchero made history as the first Orlando Magic player in 20 years to score 50 points in a game, leading his team to a narrow 119-115 win over the Indiana Pacers. Banchero tied the franchise record for points in a half, scoring 37 in the first two quarters. He finished with 50 points, 13 rebounds, and nine assists, while Jalen Suggs added 25 points.

"It was just being in the zone. I felt like I was in an open gym, back at home, just working on my game," Banchero reflected. "Every shot felt like it was going in, and it’s a good feeling when you’ve got a day like that.”