With the Rockets looking to upgrade through the buyout market, there are plenty of options that make sense for Houston

The Celtics have a new-look, unorthodox starting lineup against the Rockets on Wednesday due to injuries and availability issues. Derrick White and Neemias Queta are joined by Ron Harper Jr., Baylor Scheierman and Luka Garza in the starting lineup in Houston.

The Chicago Bulls have continued to push for Houston Rockets wing Tari Eason, to no avail.

Video highlights, recaps and play breakdowns of the Boston Celtics vs. Houston Rockets NBA game from February 4, 2026 on ESPN.

Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka had a straightforward remark about center Alperen Sengun after their loss on Thursday.

Houston could be without a two-way forward.

HOUSTON (AP) — El novato Kon Knueppel anotó 24 puntos y LaMelo Ball agregó 20 para ayudar a que los Hornets de Charlotte doblegaran el jueves 109-99 a los Rockets de Houston, con lo cual extendieron a ocho su número de triunfos en fila.

Overall, as a coaching staff, we should be embarrassed,” Rockets coach Ime Udoka said. “As the players on the floor, (they) should be embarrassed.”