Rockets End Celtics' Win Streak With 128-101 Victory Led by Durant

The Houston Rockets decisively defeated the Boston Celtics 128-101, ending Boston's three-game winning streak. Kevin Durant led the Rockets with 26 points scored in three quarters, supported by Amen Thompson's 17 points and nine rebounds, and Alperen Sengun nearly achieving a triple-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists. The Rockets shot an impressive 65.5% from three-point range and dominated the boards with a 53-36 rebound advantage, while also forcing a 35-7 free-throw disparity. The Celtics struggled to keep pace, appearing fatigued after a grueling schedule and falling out of sync, with their key player Jaylen Brown scoring 12 points and sitting out the fourth quarter. Technical fouls and frustrations marked the game, with Boston coach Joe Mazzula receiving a technical foul and the Rockets building a commanding lead by the third quarter. Houston's well-rested squad, shooting 57 percent in the first half, secured their third straight victory following a slow start to the season.