The Celtics' star shines bright in a dominant win over the Rockets! In a thrilling display of basketball prowess, Derrick White exploded for 28 points, including six 3-pointers, leading Boston to a commanding 114-93 victory against the Houston Rockets on February 5, 2026. But here's the twist: this triumph came despite the absence of their star player, Jaylen Brown, who was sidelined with an injury.
The game started as a close contest, with the Rockets trailing by just four points early in the third quarter. But then, the Celtics unleashed a devastating 18-3 run, fueled by White and Baylor Scheierman's back-to-back 3-pointers, leaving Houston in the dust. And this is where the drama escalated: Houston coach Ime Udoka was ejected for arguing with officials, and later, Alperen Sengun met the same fate for yelling at a referee.
The Celtics' momentum was unstoppable, as they extended their lead to 26 points by the end of the third quarter. White's heroics continued, scoring eight straight points, including two more 3-pointers, in a decisive 10-1 run. The Rockets' frustration was evident, leading to more technical fouls and ejections.
As the game concluded, the Celtics' depth shone through, with Kevin Durant leading Houston's scoring despite his recent injury, and Neemias Queta and Luka Garza contributing significantly. But the night belonged to Derrick White, whose performance ensured the Celtics' fourth consecutive win, even without their star player.
And now, the Celtics look forward to hosting Miami, while the Rockets prepare for their next challenge against Charlotte. Will the Celtics continue their winning streak? Can the Rockets bounce back from this defeat? The NBA season is heating up, and these questions will soon be answered on the court. Stay tuned, basketball fans!
