| MATCHUP | New York Knicks | Houston Rockets |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 48-27 | 45-29 |
| Spread | -1.5 -102 | +1.5 -118 |
| Moneyline | -115 | -105 |
| Total | Over 218.5 (-105) | Under 218.5 (-115) |
| Where | Toyota Center (Houston), Houston, TX | |
| When | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | NBC | |
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks lost to the Hornets and Thunder and play the Grizzlies next. The Knicks have won 23 of their last 32 games.
The NY Knicks are averaging 116.8 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 110.5 points on 45.9 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.3 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 20 points and 2.8 assists. OG Anunoby is the third double-digit scorer, and Mikal Bridges is dishing out 3.8 assists. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 79.1 percent from the free-throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 36 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.9 rebounds per game.
Houston Rockets Betting Preview
The Houston Rockets beat the Grizzlies and Pelicans, and they play the Bucks next. The Rockets have split their last 10 games.
The Houston Rockets are averaging 114.4 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 110.1 points on 46 percent shooting. Kevin Durant is averaging 25.9 points and 5.4 rebounds, while Alperen Sengun is averaging 20.7 points and 9 rebounds. Amen Thompson is the third double-digit scorer, and Jabari Smith Jr. is grabbing 6.9 rebounds. The Houston Rockets are shooting 36.3 percent from beyond the arc and 76.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Houston Rockets are allowing 35.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 48.8 rebounds per game.
Why the Houston Rockets will win
- The Rockets have won each of their 12 previous games against the Knicks at Toyota Center following a win.
- The Knicks have lost seven of their last eight road games against Southwest Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games as road favorites against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Rockets have covered the spread in each of their last four games against the Knicks.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won seven of their last eight games against the Rockets following a loss.
- The Rockets have lost 30 of their last 37 games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Rockets have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 games at Toyota Center following a win.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in five of their last six games at Toyota Center against Rockets teams that held a winning record.
Total Points: Facts
- Each of the Knicks’ last four games as road favorites following a road loss have gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of the Rockets’ last seven games at Toyota Center following a road win have gone UNDER the total points line.
Houston Rockets Player Facts
- Kevin Durant ranks 9th in the league for second-chance points (203) this season.
- Reed Sheppard is one of only 10 players in the league to have recorded 12+ assists without a turnover in a game this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Josh Hart is the only player to have recorded a triple-double off the bench this season.
- Karl-Anthony Towns ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (11.9) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Rockets have suffered the largest comeback loss from an HT lead this season—led by 22 points @ Pelicans on December 18.
- The Rockets rank 1st in the league for Q3 opponent points per game this season (26.9).
- The Knicks are one of only two teams to win 20+ games when trailing after Q1 this season.
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for H2 opponent points per game this season (53.5).
New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Injury Report
The Rockets will be without Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams.
Landry Shamet is out for the Knicks. Miles McBride is questionable.
New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Prediction
I’ve bashed the Rockets all season, as they haven’t lived up to expectations and they also don’t cover numbers. The Rockets look like a team that doesn’t want to play together half the time. However, this is still a talented team and at home, it’s played its best ball. The Knicks have lost 18 times on the road and they’ve often struggled against good teams. The Knicks often find themselves fighting for their lives in spots like this. Another win or two and the Rockets can stay out of the play-in tournament. Give me the free bucket.