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Celtics Down Los Angeles 122-118 - Match Report

Los Angeles was victimized by Jayson Tatum for 44 points as the Celtics defeated the Lakers 122-118 in NBA action on Tuesday.

Even though Boston won, nobody won at the betting window as the game was a push (based on the closing point spread of -4.0). Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 237.0.

Boston got 25 points from Jaylen Brown and another 18 points from Marcus Smart. Marcus Smart contributed 6 assists, while Jaylen Brown cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.

The Lakers got a 37-point performance from Anthony Davis, who was supported by 33 points from LeBron James. LeBron James had 9 assists in a losing cause for Los Angeles, while Russell Westbrook grabbed 14 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Boston were victorious, as the score was 65-50 at the break.

Boston had a 51-49 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Boston heads into a battle against the Magic. Los Angeles, meanwhile, will have their next action against Denver.