Houston’s Rockets defeat the Boston Celtics 109-93, handing Boston its first loss since the season opener. Alperen Sengun leads Houston with 26 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, while Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson each score 14. Tari Eason adds 13 and Kevin Durant scores 12. The result improves the Rockets to 7-1 and ends the previously undefeated Memphis Grizzlies’ run after Memphis loses to New Orleans in overtime.
Multiple outlets also frame the game as a snap of Boston’s momentum, noting the Celtics’ five-game win streak comes to an end. Yahoo Sports highlights that Boston suffers a second loss of the season and is playing the second night of a back-to-back in Houston. Other coverage focuses on practical viewing details for fans, including where and how to watch the Celtics vs. Rockets matchup, with game previews emphasizing the teams’ records going into the contest and the road schedule situation.
