Rockets vs. Celtics prediction and odds for Tuesday, December 27

The Houston Rockets upset the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. They are playing the second night of a back-to-back against the Boston Celtics. Boston has the best record in the NBA this season and is fresh off of its win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Christmas Day. Houston has played better recently, going 4-6 in its last 10 games, but it has struggled on the road, and it's just 4/13 straight up this year.

Rockets vs. Celtics is scheduled for Tuesday, December 27.

Rockets and Celtics are playing each other on Tuesday, December 27. Boston is favored by 14.5 points. Houston has a better offense than Boston. The game should go well over 231 points for Boston, especially if the Celtics get up early.   Houston hasn't been as uptempo of a team this season as it was last.

Rockets vs. Celtics is on Tuesday, December 27. Peter Dewey's full betting record is available here.