Houston Rockets vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/1

The NBA regular season is underway, and the Houston Rockets will visit the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. The Rockets have a record of 2-2, while the Celtics stand at 3-3. Both teams aim to gain momentum early in the season.

Houston’s head coach, Ime Udoka, leads his team from the Western Conference’s Southwest Division. The Celtics, guided by Joe Mazzulla, are part of the Eastern Conference’s Atlantic Division. Fans can catch the game on NBCS at 8:00 PM on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Rockets vs Celtics Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Houston Rockets vs. Boston Celtics
  • Venue: TD Garden
  • Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Rockets -5.5 (-108), Celtics +5.5 (-112), Rockets MoneyLine -196, Celtics MoneyLine +163, Over/Under 227.5 (-110)

Houston Rockets Team Preview

The Houston Rockets are on a good run with wins in their last two games. They defeated the Toronto Raptors 139-121 and the Brooklyn Nets 137-109. Their offensive stats show strong performances, with a field goal percentage of 57.5% against the Raptors and 57.6% against the Nets.

Kevin Durant is a key player for the Rockets, averaging 27.5 points per game this season. In the recent game against the Raptors, Durant scored 31 points. Alperen Sengün also plays a significant role, averaging 23.8 points and 8 rebounds per game.

The Rockets lead the league in free throws made and attempted per game. They are also second in three-point percentage at 40.7%. On defense, they limit their opponents to 15.2 free throws made per game, which is the second-best in the league.

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics have been on a winning streak in their recent games. They won against the Philadelphia 76ers with a score of 109-108. Jaylen Brown led the team with 32 points, showing strong performance on the court.

The Celtics also secured a solid victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning 125-105. Jaylen Brown was again a key player, scoring 30 points. Josh Minott contributed significantly with 15 rebounds.

In their game against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Celtics won with a score of 122-90. Payton Pritchard had a notable game with 18 points and 8 assists. Anfernee Simons also made an impact with 25 points.

BTB Betting Pick

The Rockets are favored by 5.5 points against the Celtics. With the Rockets scoring 127.8 points per game and the Celtics allowing only 107.3, the game could be close. The pick is Celtics +5.5 as they have a strong defense, keeping games tight.

The over/under line is set at 227.5. The Rockets’ high-scoring offense and the Celtics’ strong defense suggest a balanced game. The projected score is Rockets 118, Celtics 110, so the pick is under 227.5 as the combined points may fall short of the line.