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Boston will need to be vigilant that old habits vs. banged-up and lesser ball clubs don't make a winnable game into a struggle -- or worse, a loss.

Following their showdown with the Clippers, the Celtics will have a high-profile game with Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers on Thur

The Washington Wizards head to crypto.com Arena to face the Los Angeles Lakers in a non-conference matchup. The Wizards are 6-35, which is not just last place in the Eastern Conference, but a league-worst. The Lakers are 22-18, which puts them in sixth place in the Western Conference.

It's Lakers vs Wizards on Jan. 21 in the NBA. Here's how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.