Derrick White's 28-point performance propelled the Boston Celtics to a 114-93 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. Despite missing star player Jaylen Brown due to a left hamstring issue, White's six 3-pointers and scoring prowess guided the Celtics to their fourth consecutive win. The game's intensity escalated when Houston coach Ime Udoka was ejected for a double technical foul, and Alperen Sengun was tossed for two technical fouls. The Celtics' momentum surged in the third quarter, fueled by an 18-3 run, with White and Baylor Scheierman contributing two 3-pointers each. Boston's lead expanded to 77-51 in the final minutes of the quarter, showcasing White's scoring prowess. The Rockets' Kevin Durant, returning from a sprained ankle, led with 15 points, while Sengun contributed 13 points and nine rebounds. Neemias Queta and Luka Garza also played pivotal roles in the Celtics' triumph, with Queta's 19 rebounds and Garza's 19 points. The Celtics will host Miami on Friday, while the Rockets will face Charlotte at home on Thursday.
