The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the visiting Phoenix Suns, 106-103, in the NBA In-Season Tournament Quarterfinals at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday.

There were 11 ties and 14 lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 10 points in the second half. With that said, Los Angeles led for the majority of the game, thanks to a 33-23 first quarter. LA closed their win with a 12-4 run over the final four minutes. The Lakers recorded 11 steals in this game, winning the turnover battle, 20-9. They actually took 27 more shots than Phoenix, despite the Suns shooting much better percentages. They also outscored them in the paint, 54-44.

The Suns (12-9) were led by Kevin Durant, collecting 31 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Devin Booker tallied 21 points, 11 rebounds and six assists. Grayson Allen amassed 21 points, two rebounds, two assists and two steals. No other player had more than seven points. Jusuf Nurkic totaled three points, eight rebounds and four assists.

The Lakers (13-9) were led by LeBron James, providing 31 points, eight rebounds, 11 assists and five steals. Anthony Davis accrued 27 points, 15 rebounds and two blocks. The other three starters combined for just 17 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Austin Reaves led the bench with 20 points, six rebounds and two assists.

On deck for LA is a matchup with the New Orleans Pelicans in the semis on Thursday. As for Phoenix, they'll play a regular season game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday.