Anthony Davis helped the Lakers open a big lead and then hold off a Phoenix Suns rally, finishing with 42 points and 12 rebounds in the 123-110 victory.
NBA playoff watch: Celtics on the brink of the play-in tournament while Lakers get a needed win
The Heat outlasted the Celtics on Sunday ahead of their massive rematch later in the week. The Lakers got a needed win that could help them avoid the play-in tournament.
