Jayson Tatum's stellar performance led the Boston Celtics to a 111-101 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, marking their fourth consecutive win. Tatum scored 40 points, along with 12 rebounds and 8 assists, putting him second in franchise history for 40-point games, trailing only Larry Bird. Meanwhile, Jaylen Brown contributed significantly with 31 points, establishing a robust duo relationship as they approach the historical records for combined 30-point games.

With this victory, the Celtics improve to 46-18, solidifying their position as the second seed in the Eastern Conference. Tatum's remarks about the rivalry's significance added to the game's excitement, reaffirming the idea that the NBA thrives when both the Lakers and Celtics are competitive.