Final Score: Celtics 96 - Lakers 104
Friday, March 21, 2003 at 7:00 PM ET

Celtics @ Lakers

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Celtics
38-30 Rating 1498
Form: WLWLL
Model Probability
22%
78%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +7.8
Lakers
38-29 Rating 1683
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Celtics Lakers
All-time wins 36 42
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average points 107.6 108.6
Last meeting 98 95

Key Season Stats

Stat Celtics Lakers
Games played 68 67
Avg points scored 92.6 99.0
Avg points conceded 93.1 97.5
Win percentage 56% 57%
Away win % / Home win % 47% 71%