Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled during the week on this road trip, but will look to bounce back and play close with the Boston Celtics on Thursday night. Can LeBron James lead the Lakers in this tough road contest? Matt McCuen breaks it down and provides his pick against the spread in Lakers vs. Celtics.
Matt McCuen - February 1, 2024, 11:55 AM EST
5 minLos Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics will meet from TD Garden on Thursday Night to renew a classic matchup.
Lakers vs. Celtics DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: February 1, 2024
- Game Time: 7:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: TNT, Max
Lakers vs. Celtics ODDS
- Spread: Lakers +12 (-105), Celtics -12 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 241.5 (-105), U 241.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Lakers (+550), Celtics (-700)
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics Prediction
These are the two most storied franchises in NBA history.
The Lakers have won 17 championships, and the Celtics have won 17 championships.
One of these teams is hopeful that they can make it 18 this season.
Right now, it looks like the team that has a shot of doing that is the Celtics, who begin play with the best record in basketball (37-11).
Boston disappointed a season ago when they reached the Eastern Conference finals, but came up short against the Miami Heat in Game 7.
The Celtics have won eight out of their last 10 games.
Jayson Tatum leads the offensive attack with 26.9 points, while adding a team-best 8.4 rebounds.
Jaylen Brown has been great for the Celtics, adding 22.6 points per game and 5.4 rebounds.
Kristaps Porzingis has produced at a high level in his first season in Boston, with 19.4 points and 6.9 rebounds.
Derrick White is having one of the best years of his career, leading the team with 4.7 assists while adding 15.8 points.
The Boston offense has averaged 120.4 points per game.
The Lakers come into this contest with a 24-25 record.
LeBron James was visibly upset with the Lakers' performance last game, and even made comments in his press conference about the current state of the team.
James is expected to play tonight as he has averaged 24.9 points and 7.7 assists per game.
Anthony Davis, listed as a GTD, leads the team in scoring and rebounding with 24.9 points and 12.1 boards per game.
D'Angelo Russell has added 17.1 points per game and 6.1 assists.
The role players for Los Angeles have really struggled this season, and that is a big reason why the Lakers are one game under .500 to start the month of February.
Los Angeles will attempt to snap a two-game losing skid tonight.
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics Pick
This bet is banking on Davis and James playing.
The Lakers need every game right now, as they are the 9th seed in the West.
I expect both James and Davis to play tonight.
Boston has been lethal at home, but this desperate Lakers team should play with a chip on their shoulder tonight.
11.5 points is a tick too high, as they should keep this game competitive.
Let’s stay hot on the hardwood!
Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +11.5 -110 CLICK HERE TO SEE WHICH SPORTSBOOK HAS THE BEST ODDS
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