Rockets Edge Out Celtics in Thrilling NBA Showdown

2025-01-28

The Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets faced off in a tightly contested NBA game on Monday, January 27, 2025, at TD Garden. The Rockets emerged victorious with a 114-112 win, thanks to a stellar performance from Dillon Brooks and Amen Thompson.

Brooks led the Rockets with 36 points, shooting an impressive 10-of-15 from beyond the arc, while Thompson contributed a triple-double with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists. Alperen Sengun added 11 points and 9 assists, showcasing his versatility. The Rockets’ defense held strong, limiting the Celtics’ opportunities despite a strong showing from Jaylen Brown, who scored 28 points for Boston.

The Celtics, who entered the game as 6.5-point favorites, struggled to contain Houston’s offensive firepower. Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porziņģis combined for 36 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Rockets’ balanced attack. The game was a rematch of their January 3rd meeting, where the Celtics dominated with a 109-86 win. This time, however, the Rockets executed their game plan effectively, securing their second consecutive victory and improving their season record to 30-14.

The Celtics, now 32-14, will look to bounce back in their next game, while the Rockets aim to build on this momentum as they continue their push in the Western Conference standings.