November 5th - The NBA regular season continued, with the Rockets easily defeating the Celtics 128-101 on the road. Durant played only three quarters, efficiently scoring 26 points and grabbing 4 rebounds, while Amen Thompson contributed a well-rounded 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists. Shen Jing nearly achieved a triple-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists.

After a brief back-and-forth at the start of the game, the Rockets, led by Durant and Armin, quickly took control of the pace and led 37-24 at the end of the first quarter .

In the second quarter, the Rockets extended their lead to 19 points. Although the Celtics briefly closed the gap through Minott and Boucher, Durant and Shen Jing scored consecutive baskets to stabilize the situation, and the Rockets led 66-48 at halftime .

After switching sides, the Rockets continued their strong offensive, with Durant and Shen Jing combining to extend the lead to as much as 25 points. Although the Celtics relied on Pritchard and Hauser to hold on, the Rockets maintained firm control of the game's tempo, leading 97-72 after three quarters . Ultimately, the Rockets easily defeated the Celtics 128-101 , securing their third consecutive victory.

Rockets player statistics

Durant 26 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals; Thompson 17 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists; Shen Jing 16 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists, 2 blocks; Smith 12 points, 6 rebounds, 4 blocks; Ethan 12 points, 6 rebounds; Shepard 12 points, 3 assists; Okogie 12 points, 2 assists

Celtics player statistics

Brown had 12 points, 2 rebounds, and 5 assists; Sherman had 17 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals; Pritchard had 14 points, 1 rebound, and 4 assists; Minott had 10 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals; Walsh had 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist.