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Rockets Move Into West Lead With 109-93 Win Over Celtics

Alperen Sengun’s control of the paint and transition ended Boston’s five-game streak, putting Houston atop the Western Conference.

Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) is called for an offensive foul against Boston Celtics guard Baylor Scheierman (55) at the Toyota Center in Houston on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.
Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) drives to the basket against the Boston Celtics at the Toyota Center in Houston on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026. Houston Rockets won the game 109-93.
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka talks with forward Kevin Durant (7) as they take on the Boston Celtics at the Toyota Center in Houston on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.
Houston Rockets guard Marcus Smart (36) and Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) react to Smart sinking three pointer against Boston Celtics at the Toyota Center in Houston on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026. Houston Rockets won the game 109-93.

Overview

  • The Rockets beat the Celtics 109-93 on Monday as Alperen Sengun recorded 26 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds to pace Houston to the win.
  • Houston dominated inside and in transition, outscoring Boston 50-34 in the paint and 18-2 on fast-break points, and never trailed during the game.
  • The Celtics struggled to score from distance on the second night of a back-to-back with Paul George rested, shooting roughly 39 percent overall and about 29 percent from three.
  • Former Celtic Marcus Smart acted as a disruptive spark for Houston, hitting late 3s and drawing reactions from Boston’s bench while contributing defense and playmaking off the bench.
  • The victory moved Houston to 7-1 and into first place in the Western Conference while Boston fell to 5-2 and returns home to face Milwaukee next, with Clint Capela sidelined for Houston due to an ankle issue.