LeBron James and the Lakers escaped with a 116-114 win over Phoenix at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, but not before a major scare down the stretch. The Lakers entered the fourth quarter of the game with a nine-point lead.

The Los Angeles Lakers (17-7) visit the Phoenix Suns (14-11) on Sunday. Tip-off from Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona, is at 8 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Lakers vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

The Lakers are apparently zeroing in on scouring the league for a viable 3-and-D guy who can help them on the court.

PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Suns will have Devin Booker available for tonight's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Booker was initially questionable entering today with a groin injury that's caused him to miss the last three games. He went through pre-game warmups before being given the green light to return to action.

The Los Angeles Lakers, enjoying a strong 15-5 start, are reportedly pursuing a trade for elite defender Herb Jones from the New Orleans Pelicans. Thi

The Lakers probably have no hope of making a splashy deal before the NBA trade deadline, but a role player would be welcome.

Unfortunately for the Lakers, Reaves' hot streak has hit a road bump. The team announced on Friday that the 27-year-old has been diagnosed with a calf injury, which is expected to keep him sidelined for at least seven days. Lakers reporter Dan Woike of The Athletic was among the first to break the news on social media.

There is growing chatter around the Lakers potentially pursuing a more modest roster upgrade rather than standing completely still.