The Boston Celtics are scheduled to face the Houston Rockets today, , with betting odds and live scores available, according to Action Network. The game is expected to begin in approximately four hours.
Both teams enter the contest with identical 31-18 records, placing them among the top performers in the NBA. The Houston Rockets currently hold the third rank in their conference with a points-per-game average of 115.9 and allowing 110.0 points per game. The Boston Celtics are ranked fifth, scoring 116.1 points per game while conceding 109.1.
Recent Form
Recent game results indicate a strong performance from both sides. The Houston Rockets have secured wins in their last five games, including victories against the Indiana Pacers (118-114 on February 3rd), the Dallas Mavericks (107-111 on February 1st), the Atlanta Hawks (104-86 on January 30th), the San Antonio Spurs (111-99 on January 29th), and the Memphis Grizzlies (99-108 on January 27th).
The Boston Celtics have also demonstrated consistent play, winning four of their last five games. Their recent results include victories over the Dallas Mavericks (110-100 on February 4th), the Milwaukee Bucks (79-107 on February 1st), the Sacramento Kings (93-112 on January 31st), and the Portland Trail Blazers (94-102 on January 27th). They suffered a loss against the Atlanta Hawks (117-106 on January 29th).
Player Status and Injuries
Several key players are facing injury concerns. For the Boston Celtics, Chris Boucher is currently listed as out, and Nikola Vucevic is doubtful. Jayson Tatum is out for the season following surgery to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon. For the Houston Rockets, Kevin Durant is listed as probable, while Steven Adams is out for the season.
Betting Odds and Analysis
As of , at 3:12 AM, the moneyline odds favor the Boston Celtics. The opening line showed Boston as a +216.5 point favorite with -110 odds, and the current line remains at +216.5 with -110 odds. The implied margin using best lines from multiple sportsbooks is 2.2%.
According to DRatings.com, the implied win probabilities suggest a slight edge for the Celtics. The site projects 107.1 points for Boston and 112.5 for Houston. The moneyline odds reflect this, with Boston at -220 and Houston at -210. Spread analysis also indicates a close contest.
Recent Transactions
The Celtics have been active in recent trades. On , they sent Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trailblazers in exchange for Anfernee Simons and two second-round picks. The following day, , the Celtics traded Kristaps Porzingis and a second-round pick in a three-team deal, acquiring Georges Niang and another second-round pick from Atlanta.
Championship Outlook
The Boston Celtics currently have +375 odds to win the NBA championship, placing them as strong contenders. Other teams with favorable odds include the Cleveland Cavaliers (+500) and the Orlando Magic (+1200). The Houston Rockets are currently listed at +1000 to win the championship.
Schedule Overview
The Celtics’ schedule for October 2025 included a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers (117-116 on October 22nd), a loss to the New York Knicks (105-95 on October 24th), a loss to the Detroit Pistons (119-113 on October 26th), a win against the New Orleans Pelicans (122-90 on October 27th), and a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers (125-105 on October 29th). In November 2025, the Celtics lost to the Houston Rockets (128-101 on November 1st).
The game is set to take place at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. The matchup presents a significant contest between two of the league’s top teams, with implications for both their conference standings and championship aspirations.
