The Boston Celtics are set to play against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center. This game takes place on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM, and will be aired on NBCS. The Celtics have a record of 32-18, while the Rockets stand at 31-17.
The Celtics, led by coach Joe Mazzulla, are currently ranked third in the Eastern Conference. They have won their last three games. On the other hand, the Rockets, coached by Ime Udoka, are ranked fourth in the Western Conference and also have a three-game winning streak. Both teams are eager to keep their streaks alive in this competitive game.
Boston Celtics Team Preview
The Boston Celtics are on a strong run with three wins in their last three games. They beat the Dallas Mavericks 110-100, with Jaylen Brown scoring 33 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Payton Pritchard also played well, adding 26 points and 7 assists in that game.
Jaylen Brown has been a key player for the Celtics this season. He averages 29.5 points and 7 rebounds per game. His shooting accuracy is also impressive, making almost 49% of his shots from the field.
The Celtics have been solid defensively, allowing just 108.9 points per game, which ranks them second in the league. They are also effective at limiting opponents’ field goal attempts, ranking sixth in this stat. The team faces the Houston Rockets next, looking to continue their winning form.
Houston Rockets Team Preview
The Houston Rockets have been playing well in recent games. They secured wins against the Indiana Pacers, Dallas Mavericks, and Atlanta Hawks. Alperen Sengün, Amen Thompson, and Jabari Smith Jr. have been key players during these games.
This season, the Rockets rank 15th in points per game, scoring 116.0. They are first in rebounds per game, averaging 49.4. Their field goal percentage is 47.3, placing them 8th overall.
Kevin Durant is probable to play despite an ankle sprain. Steven Adams and Fred VanVleet will miss the season due to injuries. Dorian Finney-Smith is also out due to injury management.
Betting Prediction
The Rockets are strong at home and are favored by 5.5 points. They lead the league in rebounds with 49.4 per game, giving them a significant advantage on the boards. Their defense also ranks well, allowing only 110 points per game, which is the 4th best in the league.
The Celtics have struggled with free throws, ranking last in both attempts and makes per game. This could be a problem against the Rockets’ defense, which allows the fewest free throws made per game. The Celtics’ slower pace, with the fewest possessions per game, might not keep up with the Rockets’ efficiency.
Both teams score an average of 116 points per game, but the Rockets have a higher field goal percentage. Their strong two-point game, leading the league in attempts, can exploit the Celtics’ interior defense. The combination of these factors supports the Rockets covering the spread.
- Pick: Rockets -5.5
