Celtics Extend Win Streak to 12 Games with Dominant Victory Over Lakers

The Boston Celtics extended their impressive winning streak to 12 games with a commanding 118-102 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at TD Garden on Thursday night, further solidifying their position as the Eastern Conference frontrunners.

Jayson Tatum led the charge with 34 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown contributed 28 points in a balanced offensive attack that saw six Celtics players reach double figures. The duo has been unstoppable during this winning streak, averaging a combined 55 points per game over the past dozen contests.

The game was effectively decided in the third quarter, where Boston outscored Los Angeles 35-21 to turn a narrow halftime lead into a commanding 20-point advantage. The Celtics shot an exceptional 52% from the field and knocked down 18 three-pointers, demonstrating the offensive firepower that has made them nearly unstoppable in recent weeks.

Lakers star LeBron James, despite putting up 24 points and 9 assists, struggled with his shooting efficiency, going just 8-of-20 from the field. Anthony Davis added 22 points but was limited by foul trouble in the crucial third quarter when Boston pulled away. The Lakers have now lost four of their last six games and find themselves fighting for playoff positioning in the competitive Western Conference.

Boston's defensive intensity was equally impressive, forcing 18 Lakers turnovers and converting them into 26 points. The Celtics' ability to create easy scoring opportunities through their defense has been a hallmark of this winning streak, with the team allowing just 102 points per game during the run.

With the All-Star break approaching, the Celtics sit comfortably atop the Eastern Conference standings with a 43-12 record. This winning streak has them on pace for one of the best regular season records in franchise history, and head coach Joe Mazzulla praised his team's focus and execution during what he called their most complete stretch of basketball this season.