The Celtics were mismatched against the Rockets, who handed Boston its third-largest defeat of the Joe Mazzulla era.

BOSTON -- The Celtics suffered their worst loss of the season on Saturday night as a well-rested Rockets squad crushed Boston 128-101 at TD Garden. The Rockets ended the Celtics’ three-game winning streak with the convincing win as they took a 13-point first quarter lead and did not look back, leading by as many as 36 points in the convincing rout.

The Boston Celtics have rebounded from an 0-3 start to the regular season to win three consecutive games. Coming into their Saturday matchup against the Houston Rockets, the Celtics got several injury updates for a couple of key players including Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, as per the NBA’s official injury report.

Rockets guard Amen Thompson had a strong game at both ends Saturday as Houston throttled Boston for its third straight victory.

The Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets have announced their first fives for Saturday night's encounter between the two proud squads, both of whom have righted t

The Boston Celtics (3-3) will attempt to extend a three-game winning run when hosting the Houston Rockets (2-2) on November 1, 2025 at TD Garden. Houston is a 5.5-point favorite against Boston when the Rockets hit the court against the Celtics on Saturday.

A bold three-team trade involving Derrick White, a move that could save Boston nearly $40 million in repeater-tax penalties.

Just a day removed from enacting their vengeance against the Philadelphia 76ers in another one-point nailbiter and winning their third straight game this season

Kevin Durant led the way for the Rockets in Wednesday’s victory as he ended the game with 31 points, five rebounds and three blocks while Jabari Smith Jr. recorded 25 points, five rebounds and five assists. While both teams are seeking a key victory in Saturday’s matchup, both squads may be without some of their key players due to injuries.