New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Prediction and Preview | Nov. 4, 2024

After a quiet evening with only three games, the NBA is back in full force on Monday night, featuring a packed schedule of 15 matchups and all 30 teams in action, including a New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets clash.

The Knicks rebounded from a recent loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers by winning two consecutive games, hoping to extend the streak against the Rockets. Meanwhile, Houston suffered a tough overtime loss to the Golden State Warriors after a 31-point comeback fell short, ending their two-game winning streak.

Here’s a breakdown of the New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets game, set to tip off at 8:45 p.m. EST at Toyota Center in Houston.

New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Prediction, Preview and Odds

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Moneyline: Knicks (-163) vs Rockets (+137)

Spread: Knicks -3.5 (-108) vs Rockets +3.5 (-112)

Total (O/U): Knicks o219.5 (-108) vs Rockets u219.5 (-112)

Editor's note: The odds for this New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets game may change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

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New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets preview

The New York Knicks are gradually finding their rhythm after offseason roster adjustments. Jalen Brunson remains the team’s top scorer with 25.4 points and 5.6 assists per game. Karl-Anthony Towns is also hitting his stride, averaging 22.2 ppg and leading the Knicks with 11.2 rebounds and a 64.7% accuracy from deep. Mikal Bridges has also settled in, averaging 17.6 ppg with a 38.7% success rate from 3-point range.

However, their bench production remains low at 14.0 points per game, the league’s second-worst.

Meanwhile, the Rockets are still carving out their team identity. Their recent overtime loss to a Steph Curry-less Warriors squad halted their momentum and highlighted a need for more consistent point guard performance.

Starting point guard Fred VanVleet has struggled, averaging 12.3 ppg on just 28.2% shooting. Jalen Green is the only Rocket averaging over 20 points, with 24.2 ppg, while Alperen Sengun has yet to find his rhythm, averaging 15.0 ppg and 12.0 rpg on 38.6% shooting.

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New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets predicted starting lineups

The Knicks’ frontcourt remains short-handed with both Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa out, while Steven Adams is questionable for the Rockets.

Knicks

G - Jalen Brunson | G - Mikal Bridges | F - Josh Hart | F - OG Anunoby | C - Karl-Anthony Towns

Rockets

G - Fred VanVleet | G - Jalen Green | F - Dillon Brooks | F - Jabari Smith Jr. | C - Alpeten Sengun

Editor's note: These are the predicted lineups and could change based on the availability of players.

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New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets betting props

• Jalen Green to score over 21.5 points at -125: This line is likely to go over.
• Fred VanVleet to score under 16 points at -105: Expect him to stay under this mark.
• Jalen Brunson to score under 28 points at -117: Expect other Knicks players to step up offensively in this game.

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New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets prediction

The Knicks have shown glimpses of why some consider them contenders in the East. Despite Houston’s motivation for a comeback after a close loss, expect New York to secure the win on the road.