Rockets won 111-109 against Celtics

While Jayson Tatum scored 22 points for the Celtics, Jaylen Brown scored 43 points in the game. Even they, though, couldn't defeat a Rockets squad that came into the match with just 15 victories. Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., and Kenyon Martin Jr. combined for 72 points as the Rockets triumphed 111-109. At the press conference following the game, Mazzulla acknowledged that their ability to convert second opportunities, rebounding, turnovers, and free throw percentage are all major issues. It's interesting to note that he made the admission less than a week after declaring that he was "completely unconcerned" about the team's current slump.

After the loss to Houston, Boston's record in the 10 games since the All-Star break is currently 5-5. While they just defeated the Atlanta Hawks and Portland Trail Blazers, losing to a struggling club like the Rockets definitely indicates that something is wrong with the team.