Boston Celtics vs LA Lakers Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart for Jan. 23, 2025
The LA Lakers host the Boston Celtics on Thursday for their first encounter of the 2024-25 NBA season. The two teams were previously 1-1 against each other in the 2023-24 regular season.
Boston Celtics vs LA Lakers: Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Celtics Starting Lineup and Depth Chart for Jan. 23
The Celtics are projected to use a starting lineup of Derrick White (PG), Payton Pritchard (SG), Jaylen Brown (SF), Jayson Tatum (PF) and Luke Kornet (C) for the game.
Lakers Starting Lineup and Depth Chart for Jan. 23
Meanwhile, the Lakers are expected to deploy a starting lineup of Austin Reaves (PG), Max Christie (SG), Rui Hachimura (SF), LeBron James (PF) and Anthony Davis (C).
Boston Celtics vs LA Lakers: Injury Reports
Celtics injury report for Jan. 23
The Celtics have four players listed on their injury report for the contest. Jrue Holiday, Al Horford and Kristaps Porizingis are listed as out, while Drew Peterson is listed as questionable to play.
Lakers injury report for Jan. 23
Meanwhile, the Lakers have five players on their injury report. LeBron James and Anthony Davis are probable to play and their participation will be a game-time decision. Jalen Hood-Schifino, Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood are out for the game.
Boston Celtics vs LA Lakers: Preview
Heading into the game, the Boston Celtics are second in the Eastern Conference with a 31-13 record. They've won six of their last 10 games and are riding a two-game winning streak after defeating the LA Clippers 117-113 in overtime on Wednesday.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics' victory charge with 24 points, seven rebounds, eight assists, one steal and two blocks, while Jaylen Brown led the team in scoring with 25 points.
Meanwhile, the LA Lakers stand fifth in the West with a 23-18 record. They have won five of their last 10 outings after their 111-88 win over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday.
Anthony Davis led the Lakers to victory in the game with his double-double performance of 29 points, 16 rebounds, five assists, one steal and four blocks. LeBron James recorded a triple-double stat line of 21 points, 10 rebounds, 13 assists, two steals and a block.
How to watch Boston Celtics vs LA Lakers?
The Celtics-Lakers matchup is scheduled to tip off at 10 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The contest will be aired nationally on TNT, truTV and Max. It can also be streamed live on FuboTV or via the NBA League Pass.