Lakers Beat the Celtics in a Thrilling Overtime Game

LeBron James Leads the Lakers to Victory

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Boston Celtics 114-112 in a thrilling overtime game at the Staples Center on Tuesday night. LeBron James led the way for the Lakers with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists. Anthony Davis added 29 points and 13 rebounds, while Dennis Schroder came off the bench to score 21 points.

The Celtics were led by Jayson Tatum, who had 27 points. Jaylen Brown added 25 points, and Marcus Smart had 18 points.

The Lakers took an early lead in the game, but the Celtics fought back to tie the game at 55 at halftime.

The two teams traded baskets throughout the second half, and the game was tied at 102 at the end of regulation.

In overtime, the Lakers took control of the game. James hit a three-pointer to give the Lakers a 107-102 lead, and the Celtics never recovered.

The win was the Lakers' fourth in a row, and it improved their record to 21-19.

The Celtics fell to 21-20 with the loss.