Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/5

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to visit the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. This game marks the start of the NBA regular season. The Lakers have a strong start with a 16-5 record, while the Celtics hold a 13-9 record. Both teams look to build on their recent performances as they face off on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM on Amaz.

Los Angeles comes into the game with momentum after a recent win over the Toronto Raptors. Austin Reaves stood out with 44 points in that game. Meanwhile, Boston is on a three-game winning streak, including a big win against the Washington Wizards. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White have been key players for the Celtics. The game will be a test for both teams as they aim to continue their winning ways.

Lakers vs Celtics Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics
• Venue: TD Garden
• Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
• Betting Odds: Lakers +7.0 (-111), Celtics -7.0 (-111), Lakers MoneyLine +229, Celtics MoneyLine -278, Over/Under 224.5

Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a recent win against the Toronto Raptors, with a score of 123-120. Austin Reaves stood out by scoring 44 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. LeBron James contributed 11 assists, even though his shooting was not great.

Luka Dončić is a key player for the Lakers, averaging 35.2 points per game. He also grabs 8.9 rebounds and dishes out 8.9 assists each game. However, he is questionable for the next game due to a personal matter.

The Lakers have strong offensive stats, ranking first in field goal percentage at 51.2%. They score 119.2 points per game, placing them seventh in the league. On defense, they allow 116.0 points per game, ranking them fifteenth.

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics are on a winning streak with three straight victories. They recently defeated the Washington Wizards 146-101, showcasing a strong offensive performance. Derrick White had a standout game with 30 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists.

In the game against the New York Knicks, the Celtics secured a 123-117 win. Jaylen Brown led the team with 42 points, making 16 out of 24 field goals. Despite battling an illness, Brown’s performance remains vital for the Celtics.

Defensively, the Celtics have been solid, allowing only 110.7 points per game, which ranks them third in the league. Their defensive strategy includes limiting opponents’ field goal attempts and maintaining a low effective field goal percentage allowed. However, the team faces challenges with Jayson Tatum out due to an Achilles injury.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are favored by 7 points against the Lakers. The Lakers score 119.2 points per game, but the Celtics only allow 110.7 points. Given the Celtics’ strong defense, picking the Celtics to cover the spread at -7.0 is a good choice.

The total for the game is set at 224.5. The Lakers and Celtics combine for a projected 235.9 points based on their scoring averages. With both teams having high-scoring potential, taking the over at 224.5 is a reasonable pick.