JJ Redick defends Bradley Beal after Suns' loss
The Phoenix Suns lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 107-96, ending the Lakers' four-game losing streak. The Suns struggled offensively, failing to score over 100 points despite the Lakers missing key players like LeBron James. JJ Redick defended Bradley Beal, who has faced criticism for his performance as the Suns' third option. Beal averages 17.3 points with strong shooting stats, but his high salary of over $50 million raises concerns about his value to the team. Beal left the game with a hamstring injury after scoring four points in 15 minutes. His status for upcoming games is uncertain, and the Suns, currently 30-37, need him to improve their playoff chances.