Tough road ahead for Celtics

Tonight at Rockets

The Rockets are the first team out of the playoffs as it stands right now in the Western Conference, but lately have shown they are interested in a playoff spot. The Rockets have won their last four games, including a two-point win over Denver.

Kevin Martin (right), who was mentioned in trade rumors as being part of a deal involving Ray Allen before being shipped from Sacramento to Houston, is averaging 21 points per game.

The Celtics have not played the Rockets yet this season.

The Rockets are the first team out of the playoffs as it stands right now in the Western Conference, but lately have shown they are interested in a playoff spot. The Rockets have won their last four games, including a two-point win over Denver. Kevin Martin (right), who was mentioned in trade rumors as being part of a deal involving Ray Allen before being shipped from Sacramento to Houston, is averaging 21 points per game. The Celtics have not played the Rockets yet this season.
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