Rockets Dominate Celtics in Boston
Kevin Durant scored 26 points in just three quarters before resting in the fourth, while Amen Thompson contributed 17 points and nine rebounds as the Houston Rockets defeated the Boston Celtics 128-101 on Saturday night.
Key Performances for Houston
- Alperen Sengun nearly had a triple-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists.
- Josh Okogie added 12 points, helping Houston secure their third consecutive win after an 0-2 start to the season.
Celtics Struggle Despite Efforts
- Baylor Scheierman led Boston with 17 points.
- Payton Pritchard scored 14 points and Josh Minott contributed 10 points and six rebounds.
- Jaylen Brown, who scored 32 in the previous game against Philadelphia, added 12 points but sat out the fourth quarter.
Game Dynamics
The Celtics were unable to keep pace with the Rockets, who shot an impressive 57 percent in the first half and led 66-48 at halftime.
Houston dominated the boards, outrebounding Boston 53-36, and maintained aggressive shooting and attack throughout the game.
“In addition to making 8 of 11 from the floor, Durant was 8 for 9 from the foul line, hitting three straight on a string of technical fouls early in the third quarter as Boston’s frustrations boiled over.”
Summary
The Rockets' strong team effort and Durant’s efficient scoring overwhelmed a Celtics squad that struggled to find rhythm.
Author's summary: Houston Rockets secured a commanding 128-101 win over the Celtics, powered by Durant's efficient 26-point effort and dominant team play.