- Matchup: Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics
- Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
- Venue: TD Garden, Boston, MA
- Broadcast: Prime Video
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The Boston Celtics (12-9) are set to host the Los Angeles Lakers (15-5) at TD Garden this Friday.
In their last encounter, the Lakers suffered a defeat to the Suns, finishing 125-108. Los Angeles accumulated 13 personal fouls while the Suns committed 16. The Lakers successfully made 17 of 39 attempts from deep. Meanwhile, Phoenix managed to convert just 50% of their free throws, sinking 4 out of 8. The Suns collected a total of 33 rebounds (4 offensive, 29 defensive) without any blocks. Phoenix also excelled in assists with 35 and recorded 16 steals. Defensively, the Lakers allowed their opponents to shoot 56.5% from the field on 52 of 92 attempts. They recorded 18 assists, forced 11 turnovers, and made 1 steal during the game. On the boards, the Lakers totaled 39 rebounds, including 5 offensive ones. From the free-throw line, Los Angeles converted 13 out of 15 attempts, achieving an 86.7% success rate. Ultimately, the Lakers completed the game with a field goal percentage of 51.3% (41 out of 80) and made 13 out of 33 shots from beyond the arc.
Luka Doncic was a standout performer in the last game, scoring 38 points on 15 of 26 shooting, along with 11 rebounds in just 32 minutes. He maintained a field goal percentage of 57.7% and added 5 assists.
Los Angeles comes into the matchup with a 15-5 record for the season. The team averages 119.1 points per game (10th in the league) while boasting a field goal percentage of 51.3%. The Lakers are hitting 35.2% from three-point range (233 out of 661) and converting 80.0% of their free throws. Collectively, Los Angeles averages 41.0 rebounds per game and has accumulated 513 assists, ranking 27th in the league. They turn the ball over 16.3 times each game while averaging 19.5 personal fouls.
On the defensive end, the Lakers force 15.4 turnovers per game and commit 23.1 fouls. They rank 8th in the NBA for assists allowed with 543 this season. The defense allows a field goal percentage of 48.3% (846 out of 1,751) and gives up 38.9 rebounds per game. Opponents shoot 37.0% from beyond the arc, and the Lakers rank 14th in points allowed, with an average of 115.9.
In their previous game, the Celtics secured a victory against the Knicks with a score of 123-117. When it came to rebounding, Boston allowed New York to grab 33 total rebounds, including 10 offensive boards. The Celtics hit 43.2% of their shots from three-point range, going 19 out of 44 while achieving 12 of 17 from the charity stripe (70.6%). Defensively, they permitted the Knicks to score on 50.6% of their attempts, with New York making 43 out of 85 shots. Overall, the Celtics completed 49 of 87 attempts from the field, resulting in an impressive shooting percentage of 56.3%. From three-point land, Boston converted 13 out of 40 attempts (32.5%) and made 12 of 14 free throws (85.7%). The Knicks forced 15 fouls, sending the Celtics to the line frequently. Boston also recorded 27 defensive rebounds and 11 offensive boards for a total of 38.
Jaylen Brown was a crucial asset for the Celtics in this matchup. He tallied 42 points while shooting 66.7% (16 of 24) and added 4 rebounds and 4 assists in 40 minutes on the court.
Boston holds a season record of 12-9, averaging 23.0 personal fouls and hitting 77.7% of their free throws. They assist teammates 23.9 times per game (28th in the league) while averaging 11.7 turnovers. This season, Boston has scored 2,421 points, which equates to 115.3 points per game. They also average 44.1 rebounds per contest. Offensively, the Celtics achieve 46.6% shooting from the field, ranking 17th in the NBA.
The Celtics’ defense allows a 3-point shooting percentage of 36.9% (294 of 797) and their opponents convert 79.8% of free throw attempts. They give up 25.4 assists and 43.9 rebounds per game, ranking 8th and 14th in the league, respectively. Boston’s defense is ranked 3rd in the league regarding points allowed per game (111.2). They force 14.7 turnovers and allow teams to shoot 44.6% from the field (3rd in the NBA).
Who will clinch victory against the spread in tonight’s NBA showdown?
Prediction: Back Los Angeles
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