Celtics Stunned by Shorthanded Lakers in Historic Loss
Despite missing LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers outplayed the Celtics, leading to Boston's most disappointing defeat of the season.
- The Celtics suffered their worst loss of the season, falling 114-105 to a Lakers team missing superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
- Despite leading the Eastern Conference, the Celtics displayed a lack of effort and poor execution, contributing to their third home loss in five games.
- Austin Reaves stepped up for the Lakers, scoring 32 points and leading a makeshift lineup to victory over the Celtics' star-studded roster.
- The Celtics' recent struggles raise concerns about their consistency and ability to maintain elite performance levels.
- Coach Joe Mazzulla's response to the loss was surprisingly nonchalant, emphasizing the need for the team to learn and improve from the setback.
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