Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Preview, predictions, odds, and how to watch 2020/21 NBA playoffs

Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns will square off again today, May 30, at 3:30 pm (ET) at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles. for the first round of the 2020/21 NBA playoffs. Here, you'll find all the match information, predictions, odds, and how to watch the game.

It's always nice to watch two lifelong divisional rivals go toe-to-toe in the postseason, and thus far, this Lakers-Suns series reminds us of the battles between Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash not so long ago.

The reigning champions currently have a 2-1 lead in the series after back-to-back dominant defensive performances. Nonetheless, the Suns have enough talent on their roster to tie this and even take back the lead.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Match Information

Date: Sunday, May 30, 2021
Time: 3:30 PM (ET)
Location: STAPLES Center, Los Angeles

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Times By State In The U.S

ET: 3:30 PM
CT: 2:30 PM
MT: 1:30 PM
PT: 12:30 PM

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Storylines

Well, it seems like the reigning champions have found their groove and that's terrible news for the rest of the league. The Lakers' revamped defense is once again in full display and LeBron James and Anthony Davis have been far more aggressive as of late.

The Suns' fate will most likely rely on Chris Paul's shoulders, both literally and figuratively. The veteran point guard has a lingering shoulder issue that has taken a toll on his game in the past two games, and there's no way they beat the Lakers without him at - at least - 75%.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Results

Los Angeles Lakers: 42-30 (21-15 at Home)

Phoenix Suns: 51-21 (24-12 on The Road)

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Lineups

Los Angeles Lakers

Dennis Schroder (PG)
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG)
LeBron James (SF)
Anthony Davis (PF)
Andre Drummond (C)

Phoenix Suns

Chris Paul (PG)
Devin Booker (SG)
Mikal Bridges (SF)
Jae Crowder (PF)
Deandre Ayton (C)

How To Watch Or Live Stream Free Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns In The U.S

The 2020/21 NBA playoffs between Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns to be played on May 30 at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles will be broadcasted in the US by ABC, and NBA League Pass.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Predictions And Odds

As you'd expect, most oddsmakers believe that the Los Angeles Lakers will take another game at home. Right now, they're favored by 6.5 points, while the game total is set at just 209 points.