The Boston Celtics defeated the host Los Angeles Lakers, 126-115, at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday.

Boston led for all but two minutes in this victory, kickstarting the game with a 32-23 first quarter. They rode a 41-33 third quarter to their win, leading by at least eight points for the entirety of the second half. The Celtics shot 51 percent from the field while holding the Lakers below 48 percent shooting. Boston also recorded 31 assists to eight turnovers, while Los Angeles had 24 assists to 12 turnovers. The eight steals and seven blocks they recorded were also critical because the Lakers had just five combined.

The Celtics (23-6) were led by Kristaps Porzingis, providing 28 points, 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks. Jayson Tatum totaled 25 points, eight rebounds and seven assists. Jaylen Brown amassed 19 points, five rebounds, two assists and three steals. Jrue Holiday had 18 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. while Derrick White tallied 18 points, two rebounds, 11 assists, two steals and two blocks.

The Lakers (16-15) were led by Anthony Davis finishing with 40 points, 13 rebounds and four assists. Taurean Prince accrued 17 points, four rebounds and three assists. LeBron James accrued 16 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. Rui Hachmiura led the bench with 12 points and three rebounds, while Austin Reave registered 11 points, six rebounds and three assists.

Both teams return to action on Thursday, with Los Angeles playing host to the Charlotte Hornets and Boston returning home to face the struggling Detroit Pistons.