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Celtics vs. Lakers prediction: Boston favored to win Sunday's NBA game [2/22/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Boston Celtics vs Los Angeles Lakers predictions for NBA Sunday.
NBA action continues on Sunday at 6:30 PM ET as the Boston Celtics take on the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Celtics as the most likely winner of the Celtics vs. Lakers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Lakers lineup will feature players like Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves, while the Celtics will look to Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard and Derrick White.
Doncic is expected to shine with a projected 31 points and 4 threes.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Celtics vs. Lakers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA game between the Celtics and Lakers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Celtics a 57% chance of defeating the Lakers. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 115-113.
According to our model, the Lakers (-1.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 229.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Celtics vs. Lakers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Celtics | Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-130) | -1.5 (+100) |
| Moneyline | -110 | -105 |
| Total | o229.5 (-115) | u229.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Lakers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Lakers -1.5 | +100 |
| Moneyline | Celtics | -110 |
| Total | Under 229.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Celtics to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Celtics vs. Lakers player props
NBA player props are a common way to wager on Sunday's Boston vs. LA Lakers matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Crypto.com Arena.
Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the Celtics with 33 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists, while Luka Doncic is projected to have 31 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists for the Lakers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Celtics prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Celtics are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 33 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 55 |
| P. Pritchard | 17 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 35 |
| Derrick White | 17 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 40 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 13 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 30 |
| Sam Hauser | 10 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 20 |
Lakers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Lakers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 31 | 7 | 9 | 4 | 60 |
| LeBron James | 21 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 42 |
| Austin Reaves | 20 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 37 |
| Deandre Ayton | 11 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 25 |
| Rui Hachimura | 10 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 18 |
Celtics vs. Lakers game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between the Lakers and Celtics at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM ET/3:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Lakers on Sunday, with Luka Doncic projected for a game-high 60 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Celtics vs. Lakers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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