Rockets end the Celtics' five-game winning streak, 109-93, as Sengun nearly posts a triple-double
Houston never trailed on Monday, Nov. 2. Jayson Tatum scored 19 on 5-of-16 shooting, and Boston, playing without the rested Paul George, fell to 5-2.
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The Houston Rockets beat the Celtics 109-93 on Monday, Nov. 2, at Toyota Center, ending Boston's five-game winning streak, ESPN reported.
Alperen Sengun led Houston with 26 points, seven rebounds and 10 assists. Kevin Durant added 12 points on 5-of-6 shooting.
Celtics box
| Player | Points | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 19 | 5-of-16 shooting, 1-of-7 on 3-pointers |
| Neemias Queta | 16 | |
| Luka Garza | 14 | Four 3-pointers off the bench |
Figures are from ESPN.
How it slipped away
- The game was tied 29-29 after one quarter, and Houston led 57-50 at halftime. The Rockets never trailed, ESPN reported.
- Boston went 1-for-9 from 3-point range in the first quarter, NBC Sports Boston reported.
- Houston won the fast-break battle 18-2 and outscored Boston 50-34 in the paint.
- Paul George sat out the second game of a back-to-back after scoring 17 in Sunday's win at Orlando.
Standings and schedule
The loss was Boston's first since its season opener at Detroit. The Celtics are 5-2; Houston, at 7-1, moved into first place in the Western Conference. Boston hosts the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday, Nov. 4.
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