Gamethread: Phoenix Suns host the young, Metta Los Angeles Lakers

No Kobe Bryant.

But for those who pine for the old days of good Lakers basketball, Metta World Peace wants to bring it to you.

In other words, this is a winnable game for the Phoenix Suns.

I asked coach Hornacek before the game if he was worried about a Suns letdown tonight. He says he doesn't see the team doing that this year. Let's see.

Out:

• Kobe Bryant (Lakers)
• Markieff Morris (Suns)
• Ronnie Price (Suns)

Your Leuer'd and Savior starts in Keef's place.