Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics (02-22-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The Los Angeles Lakers are going to face the Boston Celtics in a crucial NBA matchup tonight. The game will tip off at 6:30 pm ET. The Los Angeles Lakers have previously won 34 out of the 55 games. The team has no injury reports for tonight’s game. The Lakers are significantly counting on players such as Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves.

As for the Boston Celtics, they have previously won 36 out of the 55 matches they have played. With players like Derrick White and Jaylen Brown, the team has a higher chance of securing their names on the walls of victory. However, Jayson Tatum has been sidelined for tonight’s matchup. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Los Angeles Lakers will host the Boston Celtics at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The match will tip off at 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 22, 2026, exclusively on NBC/Peacock. Additionally, Fubo and Amazon Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics - Expected Starting Lineups

Los Angeles Lakers

• Luka Doncic (PG)
• Austin Reaves (SG)
• Marcus Smart (SF)
• LeBron James (PF)
• Deandre Ayton (C)

Boston Celtics

• Derrick White (PG)
• Baylor Scheierman (SG)
• Jaylen Brown (SF)
• Sam Hauser (PF)
• Neemias Queta (C)

Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics - Injury Report

Los Angeles Lakers

NIL

Boston Celtics

• Jayson Tatum - OUT (Acl)

Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics - Game Prediction

This season, the Los Angeles Lakers have scored 227.5 points in 37 out of their 55 games to date. However, the Boston Celtics have scored the same number of points in 25 out of 55 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Los Angeles Lakers boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Doncic has delivered 33 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.6 assists per game this season. However, Reaves has averaged 25.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game.

The Boston Celtics, on the other hand, have efficient players like Jaylen Brown and Derrick White. Brown has averaged 29.2 points, 7 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. White, on the other hand, delivered 17.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game.


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