Lakers Dominate Celtics in Stellar Victory at Crypto.com Arena

2025-01-24

The Los Angeles Lakers delivered a dominant performance against the Boston Celtics, securing a 117-96 victory on Thursday night at Crypto.com Arena. Anthony Davis led the charge with 24 points, while Austin Reaves added 23 points and LeBron James contributed 20 points and 14 rebounds. The Lakers’ strong defensive effort and efficient shooting from beyond the arc (15-of-35 on 3-pointers) proved too much for the Celtics, who struggled to keep pace after playing an overtime game against the Clippers the previous night.

Kristaps Porzingis was a bright spot for Boston, scoring 22 points, but Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown combined for just 33 points on 12-of-31 shooting. The Celtics, visibly fatigued, trailed by as many as 28 points in the fourth quarter, prompting coach Joe Mazzulla to empty the bench early. The loss dropped Boston to 31-14, while the Lakers improved to 24-18, solidifying their position in the Western Conference standings.

LeBron James, who was named an All-Star starter earlier in the day, showcased his enduring athleticism with several highlight-reel dunks, including a powerful slam to close the first quarter. The Lakers’ balanced attack and defensive intensity were key factors in their victory, marking one of their most impressive wins of the season. Both teams will return to action on Saturday, with the Celtics facing the Dallas Mavericks and the Lakers beginning a six-game road trip against the Golden State Warriors.

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