Boston Celtics center Brandon Bass (30) defends a pass by Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) during the first half of the game at Staples Center in Los Angeles, Feb 22, 2015. [Photo/Agencies &Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports] |
Wesley Johnson added a season-high 22 points and Nick Young finished with 19, helping Los Angeles win for only the second time in 18 games. The other victory during that stretch came in double overtime at home against Chicago on Jan. 29.
The Lakers haven't won in regulation since Jan. 9, when they beat Orlando 101-84 at Staples Center.