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Lakers vs Celtics Final: 117-96 - Recap
Boston was run off the court by the Lakers on Thursday as Los Angeles blasted the Celtics 117-96 at Crypto.com Arena.
Bettors who backed the Lakers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 219.5.
Los Angeles got 24 points from Anthony Davis and another 23 points from Austin Reaves. Austin Reaves contributed 6 assists, while LeBron James cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Boston got 22 points from Kristaps Porzingis in a losing cause and another 17 points from Jaylen Brown. Jayson Tatum contributed 5 assists for the Celtics, while Jaylen Brown had 8 rebounds.
Los Angeles led at halftime, 67-48.
Los Angeles had a 53-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Warriors. Boston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Dallas.