After winning 17 of 19 games, Boston has now dropped two games in a row for the second time this season. I know this is the second game of a back to back, but following Saturday's 16 point loss to the Warriors, and last night's 20 point loss the Clippers, Boston will be locked in for this one.
The Lakers have dropped three of their last four games outright. I never doubt what Lebron James can do but his sons just played late Monday in a historical nationally televised high school game against the son of Carmelo Anthony. Will tonight be an emotional let down for him?

Boston is 6-1 ATS in last seven games against the Lakers, including both 3-0 ATS and straight up when favored. I expect the Celtics to win by at least five, but personally I'm laying some extra juice on Boston to just win outright at -165 or lower odds.