{"id":618049,"date":"2026-02-22T16:07:12","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T16:07:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/618049\/"},"modified":"2026-02-22T16:07:12","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T16:07:12","slug":"celtics-vs-lakers-prediction-picks-odds-for-tonights-nba-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/618049\/","title":{"rendered":"Celtics vs Lakers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight\u2019s NBA Game"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Two of the most storied franchises in the NBA face off on Sunday as the Boston Celtics visit the Los Angeles Lakers.<\/p>\n

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Jaylen Brown has been phenomenal on offense, and my Celtics vs. Lakers predictions expect the 2024 Finals MVP to deliver a big scoring performance in a close loss on the road.<\/p>\n

Here are my best free NBA picks<\/a> for this heavyweight, cross-conference bout on February 22.<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers prediction<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers best bet: Jaylen Brown Over 28.5 points (-120)<\/p>\n

Jaylen Brown<\/a>‘s career-best campaign is the driving force for the Boston Celtics<\/a>‘ success, and his scoring prowess will be on full display against the\u00a0Los Angeles Lakers<\/a> tonight. <\/p>\n

Los Angeles is a below-average defense, and Brown torched the Lakers for 30 points in his first matchup.<\/p>\n

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Brown’s 30.3 points per game on the road is the fourth-highest mark in the Association. He’s scored 29+ in 30 of 50 games overall and 15 of 24 on the road. <\/p>\n

Brown has averaged 31.5 points across his last six away games, scoring 29+ four times in that span.<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers same-game parlay<\/p>\n

The Celtics rank second in offensive rating, and despite recurring injuries, the Lakers rank 11th. Both rosters will be at full strength tonight, which should lead to plenty of scoring.<\/p>\n

The trio of LeBron James<\/a>, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves played just their 11th game of the season together on Friday, leading to a 125-122 win over the Clippers. <\/p>\n

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The well-rested Lakers will play their seventh straight game at home, and I expect L.A.’s Big 3 to deliver a win as the home underdogs.<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers SGP<\/p>\n

Jaylen Brown Over 28.5 points<\/p>\n

Our “from downtown” SGP: LeBron shares the love<\/p>\n

James is averaging 7.2 assists per game this season. He’s recorded double-digit dimes in five straight and at 7+ in six straight.<\/p>\n

With Doncic and Reaves available, James’ elite playmaking abilities will shine as he gets his high-scoring teammates involved.<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers SGP<\/p>\n

Jaylen Brown Over 28.5 points<\/p>\n

LeBron James Over 6.5 assists<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers odds<\/p>\n

Spread: Boston -2 (-110) | Los Angeles +2 (-110)<\/p>\n

Moneyline: Boston -130 | Los Angeles +110<\/p>\n

Over\/Under: Over 228 (-110) | Under 228 (-110)<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers betting trend to know<\/p>\n

The Lakers have hit the 2Q Over in 25 of their last 35 games at home (+13.65 Units \/ 34% ROI). Find more\u00a0NBA betting trends<\/a> for Celtics vs. Lakers.<\/p>\n

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How to watch Celtics vs Lakers<\/p>\n

Location<\/p>\n

Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA<\/p>\n

Date<\/p>\n

Sunday, February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

Tip-off<\/p>\n

6:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\n

TV<\/p>\n

NBC<\/p>\n

Celtics vs Lakers latest injuries<\/p>\n

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