The Boston Celtics visit the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Toyota Center in Houston. The game is set to begin at 8:00 PM CST and brings together a Boston team competing near the top of the standings and a Houston roster still building toward consistency.Boston has looked like a contender for most of the season, while Houston continues to develop its young lineup. Injuries could influence how this game unfolds, with both teams monitoring important players ahead of tip-off.
Boston Celtics Injury Report and Expected Rotation vs Houston Rockets (February 4, 2026)
Boston Celtics has only a few injury concerns but could be without a regular contributor. Chris Boucher has been ruled out with an illness and does not have a confirmed timeline to return. He averages about 7.0 points and 4.5 rebounds and usually provides depth in the frontcourt.Jaylen Brown is listed as doubtful because of hamstring and knee issues. Brown averages 24.5 points per game, and his status is expected to be decided closer to game time. If he cannot play, Jayson Tatum and Derrick White will likely take on more scoring responsibility. No other Celtics players are currently listed as out or questionable.
Boston Celtics Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
| Chris Boucher | OUT | Illness |
| Jaylen Brown | DOUBTFUL | Hamstring/Knee |
Houston Rockets Injury Report vs Boston Celtics (February 4, 2026)
Houston Rockets enter the game with several players unavailable. Dorian Finney-Smith is out with an ankle injury, which limits the team’s defensive options on the wing. Steven Adams remains out indefinitely after suffering a Grade 3 ankle sprain on January 20, leaving Alperen Şengün as the primary interior presence.Fred VanVleet is out for the season after tearing his ACL on September 23. Isaiah Crawford has also been sidelined since January 18 due to illness. Kevin Durant is listed as questionable with an ankle injury. He averages 26.2 points and 5.8 rebounds, and his availability could affect the direction of the game.
Houston Rockets Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
| Dorian Finney-Smith | OUT | Ankle |
| Steven Adams | OUT | Grade 3 ankle sprain |
| Fred VanVleet | OUT (Season) | ACL tear |
| Isaiah Crawford | OUT | Illness |
| Kevin Durant | QUESTIONABLE | Ankle |
Boston Celtics Lead the All-Time Series
Boston holds a 114-63 advantage in the all-time series. In regular-season games, the Celtics lead 98-58.Houston has won the last two meetings, including a 128-101 result at TD Garden on November 1, 2025. Over the past five matchups, the Rockets are 3-2 and have averaged 106.8 points compared to Boston’s 105.2. Boston enters this game looking to end a two-game losing streak in the series.
Boston Celtics vs Houston Rockets Team Stats and Matchup
Boston is around 38-12 and averages 118.5 points on 48.5 percent shooting while allowing 109.0 points per game. Tatum leads the team with 28.0 points and 8.0 rebounds. Brown adds 24.5 points when available, and Kristaps Porziņģis contributes 16.0 points and 8.0 rebounds.Houston is approximately 22-28, averaging 112.0 points on 46.0 percent shooting and allowing 115.0. Şengün posts 18.0 points and 10.0 rebounds, while Amen Thompson averages 18.5 points and 8.5 rebounds. Jabari Smith Jr. adds 14.0 points and 7.0 rebounds.Boston relies heavily on perimeter scoring, with White and Tatum combining for about 7.5 made three-pointers per game. Houston often works through its frontcourt, especially with Şengün. Houston is listed as a 4.5 to 6.5-point favorite, and the projected total ranges from 210.5 to 214.5.
Key Factors Before Tip-Off
Kevin Durant’s status is a major point to watch. If he plays, the matchup with Tatum becomes one of the game’s central elements. If he does not, Houston may depend more on Şengün for offense. Brown’s availability could shape Boston’s scoring balance. The Celtics will try to end their recent struggles against Houston, while the Rockets look to gain ground in a competitive Western Conference.
