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Rockets vs Celtics Final: 111-109 - Recap
The Rockets got a 28-point performance from Jalen Green as Houston ran past Boston 111-109 on Monday at Toyota Center.
Bettors who backed the Rockets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +12.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 233.0.
Houston got 24 points from Jabari Smith Jr. and another 20 points from KJ Martin. Kevin Porter Jr. contributed 13 assists, while Jabari Smith Jr. cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Celtics got a 43-point performance from Jaylen Brown, who was supported by 22 points from Jayson Tatum. Jayson Tatum had 6 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Jayson Tatum grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 62-55 at the break.
Houston had a 48-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Houston takes its act home to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Boston, they head on the road to face Minnesota.