Celtics Slump As Lakers Surge

A. Remained focused enough to win the next three, including two who were against quality opponents Utah and Portland. Since the Laker beat the Celtics on December 25, L. Boston? Not so much. To the beginning of December, the Celtics were cruising for a franchise best 27-2 start, while the winners were Laker, but struggling to make smaller, particularly in respect of competition. L A was accused of looking forward to their Christmas matchup with Boston a little too much, and fans started to worry about what impact a loss could have on the Celtics team psyche. Including the loss to the Laker, they ve dropped four of their last six, including some against weaker opponents, such as warriors, and the Knicks. As it turns out, Celtics fans are the ones who should be worried.