The Celtics looked precisely like a team on the second night of a back-to-back on Thursday, falling in a 117-96 blowout to the Lakers.

LeBron James and Anthony Davis combined to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 117-96 thumping of the defending champion Boston Celtics on Thursday.The win improved the Lakers' season record to 24-18, leaving the Los Angeles club fifth in the Western Conference.

Wednesday’s NBA schedule includes James Harden’s Los Angeles Clippers (24-18) playing at home against the Boston Celtics (30-13) at Intuit Dome. The game starts at 10:30 PM ET.The

Fans can watch Lakers vs. Celtics live on TNT and truTV in the United States. For those looking to live stream the game, Sling has you covered. Max will also feature a live stream on its platform. Lakers vs. Celtics tips off on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 10 p.m. ET from crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, center, shoots as Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis, left, and guard Derrick White defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) AP

LOS ANGELES - Anthony Davis scored 24 points, Austin Reaves added 23 and the Los Angeles Lakers cruised to a 117-96 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night. LeBron James had 20 points and 14 rebounds after being selected for the All-Star Game for the 21st consecutive season earlier in the day.

Anthony Davis recorded 24 points, eight rebounds and three blocked shots to help the Los Angeles Lakers roll to an easy 117-96 victory over the visiting Boston Celtics on Thursday night.