Dec 5, 2025
🏀 Game Recap: Celtics 126, Lakers 105
Boston opened the night with ruthless efficiency, overwhelming a shorthanded Lakers squad behind Jaylen Brown’s 30 points and all-around two-way pressure. The Celtics spaced the floor, attacked mismatches, and built momentum early while L.A. struggled to generate consistent scoring. For beginners: Boston played faster, cleaner, and shot better. For die-hard fans: Boston’s screening angles and early drag actions shredded L.A.’s transition matchups from the jump.
🔥 First Quarter — Celtics Set the Tone
- Jaylen Brown hits tough midrange pull-ups
- Tatum manipulates doubles, finding open shooters
- Lakers struggle to contain pace
🔥 Second Quarter — Boston Extends Control
- Celtics rain threes on defensive breakdowns
- Lakers turnovers fuel transition buckets
🔥 Third Quarter — Brown Takes Over
- Brown scores at all three levels
- L.A. can’t keep up with defensive rotations
🔥 Fourth Quarter — Boston Closes Smoothly
- Bench protects the lead with disciplined execution
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