Los Angeles Lakers vs Boston Celtics predictions, Feb 22, 2026

Feb 20, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Los Angeles Lakers

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As the storied rivalry between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics approaches its next chapter on February 22, 2026, both teams are arriving with compelling narratives. The Lakers, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games, will look to leverage their home-court advantage at the Staples Center. Their offensive play has shown resilience, often capitalizing on their size and experience in the paint, which could be crucial against the Celtics’ perimeter shooting.

Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics are in formidable form, winning 4 of their last 5 outings. They have demonstrated an effective defensive strategy, allowing minimal points in transition, while their ball movement on offense has created open shot opportunities. This balance in tactical execution makes them a difficult matchup for any opponent.

Bookmakers set the odds evenly at 1.83 for both teams, reflecting the competitive nature of this encounter. According to model predictions, the Lakers have a 57.4% chance of securing a home victory, while the Celtics carry a 42.6% probability of triumph. In a matchup defined by its history and intensity, fans can expect an electrifying contest, but outcomes in basketball remain unpredictable.

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LA Lakers
50%		 Boston
50%

Outrights of NBA Boston Celtics: 5.73% Los Angeles Lakers: 2.1%

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Betting Odds

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Latest Results

12.02.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Dallas Mavericks – 124:104
10.02.26 Los Angeles Lakers – San Antonio Spurs – 108:136
09.02.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Oklahoma City Thunder – 110:119
07.02.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Golden State Warriors – 105:99
05.02.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Philadelphia 76ers – 119:115		 19.02.26 Golden State Warriors – Boston Celtics – 110:121
11.02.26 Boston Celtics – Chicago Bulls – 124:105
08.02.26 Boston Celtics – New York Knicks – 89:111
06.02.26 Boston Celtics – Miami Heat – 98:96
04.02.26 Houston Rockets – Boston Celtics – 93:114

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, LA Lakers won 1.
  • LA Lakers has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Boston is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Boston may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, LA Lakers has had a series of home games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, LA Lakers won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 2128:2242. (average 106.4:112.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, LA Lakers won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 1061:1081. (average 106.1:108.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    05.12.25 Boston Celtics – Los Angeles Lakers – 126:105
    17.07.25 Los Angeles Lakers – Boston Celtics – 78:87
    08.03.25 Boston Celtics – Los Angeles Lakers – 111:101
    23.01.25 Los Angeles Lakers – Boston Celtics – 117:96
    15.07.24 Los Angeles Lakers – Boston Celtics – 74:88

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 56 42 14 6703:6050 0.750
    2 San Antonio Spurs 55 39 16 6500:6151 0.709
    3 Houston Rockets 54 34 20 6181:5911 0.630
    4 Denver Nuggets 56 35 21 6734:6514 0.625
    5 Los Angeles Lakers 54 33 21 6265:6266 0.611
    6 Minnesota Timberwolves 56 34 22 6702:6426 0.607
    7 Phoenix Suns 56 32 24 6343:6272 0.571
    8 Golden State Warriors 56 29 27 6464:6374 0.518
    9 Los Angeles Clippers 55 27 28 6158:6180 0.491
    10 Portland Trail Blazers 56 27 29 6514:6624 0.482
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 53 20 33 6109:6226 0.377
    12 Dallas Mavericks 54 19 35 6153:6340 0.352
    13 Utah Jazz 56 18 38 6623:7052 0.321
    14 New Orleans Pelicans 56 15 41 6417:6743 0.268
    15 Sacramento Kings 57 12 45 6262:6886 0.211

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 54 41 13 6340:5903 0.759
    2 Boston Celtics 55 36 19 6345:5961 0.655
    3 New York Knicks 56 35 21 6602:6278 0.625
    4 Cleveland Cavaliers 56 35 21 6711:6459 0.625
    5 Toronto Raptors 56 33 23 6368:6275 0.589
    6 Philadelphia 76ers 55 30 25 6380:6376 0.545
    7 Orlando Magic 54 29 25 6229:6202 0.537
    8 Miami Heat 56 29 27 6697:6562 0.518
    9 Atlanta Hawks 57 27 30 6686:6750 0.474
    10 Charlotte Hornets 56 26 30 6464:6364 0.464
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 53 23 30 5925:6105 0.434
    12 Chicago Bulls 56 24 32 6524:6744 0.429
    13 Brooklyn Nets 54 15 39 5790:6203 0.278
    14 Washington Wizards 54 15 39 6056:6631 0.278
    15 Indiana Pacers 56 15 41 6218:6635 0.268

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.25 (38.22%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 6 (14.33%)

    3. San Antonio Spurs: 13 (6.62%)

    4. Cleveland Cavaliers: 13 (6.62%)

    5. Detroit Pistons: 13 (6.62%)

    6. New York Knicks: 15 (5.73%)

    7. Boston Celtics: 15 (5.73%)

    8. Minnesota Timberwolves: 26 (3.31%)

    9. Houston Rockets: 26 (3.31%)

    10. Philadelphia 76ers: 41 (2.1%)

    11. Los Angeles Lakers: 41 (2.1%)

    12. Orlando Magic: 101 (0.85%)

    13. Charlotte Hornets: 101 (0.85%)

    14. Miami Heat: 101 (0.85%)

    15. Golden State Warriors: 151 (0.57%)

    16. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.57%)

    17. Phoenix Suns: 251 (0.34%)

    18. Los Angeles Clippers: 501 (0.17%)

    19. Atlanta Hawks: 501 (0.17%)

    20. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)

    21. Washington Wizards: 1001 (0.09%)

    22. Brooklyn Nets: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. Utah Jazz: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Dallas Mavericks: 1001 (0.09%)

    25. Chicago Bulls: 1001 (0.09%)

    26. Memphis Grizzlies: 1001 (0.09%)

    27. Indiana Pacers: 1001 (0.09%)

    28. Milwaukee Bucks: 1001 (0.09%)

    29. Sacramento Kings: 1001 (0.09%)

    30. New Orleans Pelicans: 1001 (0.09%)

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