Kristaps Porzingis (28 points, 11 rebounds) guided the Celtics to a 126-115 Christmas win against the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. LeBron James had 8 assists and 9 rebounds but shot 5-14 from the floor. But the questionable move incensed Boston players and supporters.

LeBron and Brown fell after a regular second-quarter play. After being Һit in the back, the Celtics star went to the locker room as James went to the bench.

Jaylen Brown returned in the third quarter.The incident left LeBron “feeling quite sоre” after the game. Some TV replays suggested it was unintentional, while others cast doubt. Celtics won a huge road game against their old foes to get the last laugh.

Los Angeles has lost six of eight since winning the first In-Season Tournament, despite Anthony Davis’ 40 points.

LeBron James addressed media after Christmas defeat.

I doubt we’re healthy. “Until we improve and work out, I don’t think we can compete with the best teams,” LeBron remarked. “For us, we’re still trying to figure our situation out as far as how we want to continue to аttаck each game, but we’ll get better.”