New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA
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Houston meets New York in this inter-conference NBA clash at Madison Square Garden on Saturday evening. The Rockets are fourth in the West at 34–20, the same position as the Knicks (35–21) in the Eastern Conference. Here is our prediction.
The New York Knicks’ recent shaky run continued in their last game against visiting Detroit Pistons on Friday evening. They lost all four quarters to the Pistons, eventually falling 126–111.
That result saw Mike Brown’s side suffer back-to-back defeats at Madison Square Garden and marked their third defeat in five games overall – a stark contrast to their remarkable 8–0 record in their previous eight fixtures.
The Houston Rockets came from behind to defeat the Charlotte Hornets, shooting 49% overall, including 28% from deep, to edge the Hornets 105–101 in their last outing on Friday evening. Friday's victory saw the Texas-based ball club rack up their third win in four games and their fifth consecutive victory on the road.
Additionally, Ime Udoka’s side have consistently outperformed when priced as outsiders this season. They hold a reliable 4–0 record against the spread in road-underdog situations.
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New York Knicks v Houston Rockets Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.61 | 2.4 |
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1.6 | 2.34 |
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1.6 | 2.34 |
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1.61 | 2.35 |
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1.61 | 2.39 |
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Who will win the New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Basketball game?
Our prediction for the New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets match is: Houston Rockets +3.5 handicap.
The best winner predictions and betting odds for the New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets game on 21/02/2026 of the current NBA season:
- New York Knicks has a 58.96% chance to pick up the win against Houston Rockets according to Bet365 ⭐ with the odds of 1.61.
- There is a probability of 41.04% ⭐ for Houston Rockets to win vs New York Knicks with odds of 2.4 at Bet365.
New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Form
New York Knicks and Houston Rockets's standings in the NBA
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New York Knicks and Houston Rockets Last Matches
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New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
J. Hart
J. Brunson
M. Bridges
K. Towns
O. Anunoby
A. Thompson
T. Eason
J. Smith
K. Durant
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K. McCullar Jr.
T. Kolek
J. Alvarado
J. Clarkson
L. Shamet
M. Diawara
J. Sochan
P. Dadiet
A. Holiday
J. Okogie
R. Sheppard
J. Green
I. Crawford
D. Finney-Smith
J. Tate
New York Knicks - Houston Rockets Key Points
- The New York Knicks have lost three of their last five games.
- The New York Knicks have lost their last two home games.
- The Houston Rockets are 4–0 ATS as away underdogs this season.
- The Houston Rockets have won their last five away games.
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Our New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Prediction
With a patchy 2–3 record in their last five games, including back-to-back defeats at home, the New York Knicks appear set for another tough game on Saturday evening. While being bookmakers’ favourite to win, they are unlikely to cover the spread.
The Houston Rockets have been in fine form lately, especially on the road, and hold a reliable ATS record as road-underdogs. We are tipping them for outright victory or to keep the game within the spread. Our New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets prediction: Houston Rockets +3.5 handicap.
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