nba Game Recap
Boston Celtics vs Los Angeles Lakers Recap - Celtics Win 121-113
Boston got 40 points from Jaylen Brown en route to a 121-113 victory over Los Angeles on Thursday at Staples Center.
Boston was the ATS victor, as they covered the -7.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 212.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Marcus Smart had 15 points for Boston and Payton Pritchard chipped in with 15 points. Kemba Walker had 7 assists for the Celtics, while Jaylen Brown was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
The Lakers got a 19-point performance from Talen Horton-Tucker, who was supported by 18 points from Marc Gasol. Dennis Schroder had 8 assists in a losing cause for Los Angeles, while Montrezl Harrell grabbed 8 rebounds.
Boston led at halftime, 61-48.
Boston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 48-36.
Boston heads into a battle against the Warriors. Los Angeles, meanwhile, will have their next action against Utah.