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Celtics Bury Shorthanded Lakers Early in 126–105 Win in Boston

Austin Reaves said the back-to-back was no excuse after a shaky opening quarter.

Overview

  • Los Angeles played without LeBron James, Luka Dončić and Marcus Smart on the second night of a road back-to-back.
  • Boston opened 39–17 in the first quarter and never trailed, closing out a 126–105 result.
  • The Celtics hit 53% from three on 45 attempts to stretch the margin beyond reach.
  • Reaves acknowledged the poor start, then finished with 36 points and eight assists.
  • The Lakers next face the 76ers and hope to have key players available.