The shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers were blown out by the rival Boston Celtics in the second night of a road back-to-back.

Luka Dončić got off to a strong start to the contest, unsurprising considering the season he’s having and his history playing against the Suns. In the first quarter, he had 20 points. Devin Booker, conversely, was the Suns’ offensive engine in the first. He scored 11 points in the first quarter. Looks like he was getting out of his slump.

On the Lakers' side, while Anthony Davis managed to score 24 points, his efforts were overshadowed by the Celtics' relentless defense. The Lakers will need to reassess their strategy moving forward, especially regarding their bench depth and defensive consistency.

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For Los Angeles, guard Luke Goode led the way with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Fellow starting guard R.J. Davis had 16 points and eight assists, power forward Anton Watson scored 17 points and rookies Chris Mañon and Arthur Kaluma each contributed 15 points.

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker was ruled out of Monday night’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half with a right groin injury. Booker checked out with 2:05 left in the first quarter after committing an offensive foul, and he didn’t return. He had 11 points and three assists before his injury.

The Boston Celtics put on a shooting clinic against the Lakers, shooting over 50% from the field and from 3-point range to earn a convincing win in front of the home crowd at TD Garden

The South Bay Lakers headed south on Saturday to take on the San Diego Clippers. Unfortunately, they weren't able to build on the 5-1 record they came into this game with. The Lakers were able to keep pace with the Clippers in the first quarter.