After the Suns win, Stephen A. Smith’s insightful analysis will enthuse Lakers supporters.

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith had some encouraging things to say about the Los Angeles Lakers following their 106-103 victory over the Phoenix Suns in the NBA In-Season Tournament quarterfinals. Without hesitation, Stephen A. said that the Lakers are better than the Suns in response to Molly Qerim, host of “First Take,” asking if he thought the Lakers were better than Phoenix.

“At this moment, I do. I simply feel that way about it, Smith remarked. In Phoenix, you have Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, but the truth is that the Lakers have more size, are undoubtedly better shooters, and have more experience. LeBron James, who usurps most things, is their leader.

James, who is 38 years old and in his 21st season, has been performing exceptionally well, in his opinion, which sets them apart from the others. James racked up 31 points, 11 assists, and eight rebounds on Tuesday night. Smith highlighted the fact that James leads the NBA in fourth-quarter points, highlighting his exceptional play in late-game scenarios.

He’s been balling, and that’s what he’s been doing lately. Later this month, he will turn 39 years old. He is currently averaging more than 25 points per game and is playing fantastically, according to Smith. And Anthony Davis is one of the best players in the game when he chooses to play. I consider their staff and the unity they have created.

He concluded by saying that, at this point in time, he has more “faith” in the Lakers than he does in the Suns and that Durant needs to be more “assertive” for Pheonix. As a result of the controversy surrounding the timeout call that was made in the final seconds of the game, the Suns have been officially eliminated from the tournament.

Los Angeles is currently 4th in the Western Conference with a 13-9 record, while Pheonix is 7th with a 12-9 record. The Lakers’ next game is against the New Orleans Pelicans in the semi-finals tomorrow night; the victor will play the Milwaukee Bucks or the Indiana Pacers in the championship game.