Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns: Live streaming, TV, start time, today's schedule, doubtful players, where to watch NBA

When they take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday, the Phoenix Suns have a new look, but they are powered by the same old engine. Devin Booker showed on the NBA's opening night that he is ready to lead the charge again. All eyes will be set on him as the Suns meet the LA Lakers after the All-Star guard scored 32 points, including the go-ahead score just inside of five minutes remaining, of a 108-104 victory Tuesday over the Golden State Warriors.

Venue, Start Time

The Los Angeles Lakers will take on the Phoenix Suns on Thursday, October 26 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The game will start at 10:00 PM ET.

Where to watch

The Los Angeles Lakers will match will be broadcast live on TNT. It will be available for live streaming on Sling TV.

Kevin Durant joins Phoenix Suns

While Kevin Durant scored 18 points and got 11 rebounds, Jusef Nurkic made 14 points with 14 rebounds for the Suns. The Suns finished fourth in the Western Conference last season and bowed out of the playoffs in the second round. After Durant signed the Suns at last season's February trade deadline, he played in eight regular-season games with the new team.

Beal and Booker duo

Nurkic joined the Suns this summer in a three-team deal. Grayson Allen also came to play for the Suns in that trade and started Tuesday, but failed to score in 21 minutes. Phoenix also acquired Bradley Beal in the offseason. Though he did not play on Tuesday because of lower back tightness, the duo of Beal and Booker appears in line to make its debut on Thursday. But doubts have been raised about their participation against the Lakers. If reports are to be believed, the duo is doubtful to make its debut on Thursday.

NBA Schedule: Thursday, October 26

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks. 4:30 p.m. / 7:30 p.m.
Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Lakers. 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

FAQs:

Why is the duo of Devin Booker and Bradley Beal significant?
The Phoenix Suns acquired Devin Booker and Bradley Beal recently. They are one of the main assets of the team and were expected to perform against the LA Lakers. But doubts have been raised about their participation in the match on Thursday.

How did the Suns finish last season?
The Phoenix Suns finished fourth in the Western Conference last season and bowed out of the playoffs in the second round.