Boston Celtics vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/4

The Boston Celtics will visit the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. The game starts at 8:00 PM and will be broadcasted on NBCS. This is the middle of the NBA regular season, with both teams looking strong.

The Celtics have a record of 32-18 and are currently ranked 3rd in the Eastern Conference. They have won their last three games. The Rockets hold a 31-17 record and are 4th in the Western Conference. They also have a three-game winning streak. Fans can expect a competitive game between these two teams.

Celtics vs Rockets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Boston Celtics vs. Houston Rockets
  • Venue: Toyota Center
  • Date: February 4, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Rockets -5.5 (-111), Celtics +5.5 (-109), Rockets MoneyLine -215, Celtics MoneyLine +180, Over/Under 217 (-110)

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics have been on a winning streak, securing victories in their last three games. They recently defeated the Dallas Mavericks 110-100. Jaylen Brown led the team with 33 points and 11 rebounds, while Payton Pritchard added 26 points and 7 assists.

In their win against the Milwaukee Bucks, the Celtics dominated with a 107-79 score. Jaylen Brown again stood out with 30 points and 13 rebounds. Derrick White contributed with 17 points and 8 assists, showing his playmaking skills.

The Celtics’ season stats show their strength in three-point shooting, making 15.5 three-pointers per game. They are ranked 2nd in three-pointers made and attempted per game. However, they need to improve their free throw attempts, as they are last in the league in that category.

Houston Rockets Team Preview

The Houston Rockets are on a three-game win streak. They recently defeated the Indiana Pacers 118-114. In that game, Alperen Sengün led with 39 points and 16 rebounds.

This season, the Rockets score 116 points per game, ranking 15th. They are first in rebounds per game, grabbing 49.4. Their defense is strong, allowing only 110 points per game, which is fourth best.

Kevin Durant is a key player, averaging 26.2 points per game. Alperen Sengün and Amen Thompson also contribute significantly. Steven Adams and Fred VanVleet are out for the season due to injuries.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are the underdogs with a spread of +5.5 against the Rockets. Boston allows only 108.9 points per game, ranking them second in defense. This strong defense could help them cover the spread. The projected score has the Rockets winning 114-110, making the Celtics a good pick to cover the +5.5 spread.

The total for the game is set at 217 points. Both teams score around 116 points per game, but their defenses are solid, with the Celtics and Rockets allowing 108.9 and 110 points per game, respectively. With the projected score of 114-110, the total points would be 224, suggesting a pick for the over 217.