Tuesday night at Toyota Center features a marquee cross‑conference matchup as the New York Knicks visit the Houston Rockets. The Knicks, 48‑27, are chasing home‑court advantage in the East and have leaned heavily on Jalen Brunson’s scoring and playmaking.
Brunson averages 26.3 points and 6.7 assists, while Karl‑Anthony Towns provides interior dominance with 20 points and nearly 12 rebounds per game. Houston, 45‑29, has surged behind Kevin Durant’s efficient scoring (25.9 PPG, 51.7 FG%, 40.6 3PT%) and Alperen Sengun’s versatile playmaking.
The Rockets have won four of their last six and remain dangerous at home, where they’ve historically dominated the Knicks. With New York favored by just 1.5 points, this game sets up as a tight battle between two playoff‑bound squads.
Best Bet for Knicks vs. Rockets
Best Bet: Houston Rockets +1.5 (-110) at BetMGM Sportsbook
Houston has been strong against Eastern Conference opponents, going 4‑1 SU in its last five, and has dominated New York at home (16‑4 SU in their last 20 meetings). The Knicks have struggled ATS on the road (1‑6 in their last seven) and are just 1‑4 ATS in their last five overall.
While New York’s offense ranks second in efficiency, Houston’s balanced attack with Durant, Sengun, and Amen Thompson gives them multiple scoring options. The Rockets’ home‑court advantage and the Knicks’ ATS struggles tilt the edge toward Houston covering the +1.5 spread.
This safer parlay leans on both teams’ stars. Durant and Brunson are consistent scorers, and pairing their overs with Houston covering ties the legs together.
This longshot parlay banks on both big men dominating the glass. If Sengun and Towns hit their rebounding overs, the pace should push the total past 218.5.
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Trends to Know for Knicks vs. Rockets
New York is 7‑2 SU in its last 9 games.
New York is 1‑6 ATS in its last 7 road games.
Houston is 16‑4 SU in its last 20 home games against New York.
Houston is 4‑2 SU in its last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Houston’s last 5 against New York.
New York is 10‑2 SU in its last 12 against Houston overall.
Latest Injuries & NBA Injury Report
Team
Player
Injury
Status
New York Knicks
Landry Shamet
Right knee soreness
Day‑to‑Day
New York Knicks
Miles McBride
Pelvic core muscle injury
Day‑to‑Day
Houston Rockets
Steven Adams
Ankle sprain
Day‑to‑Day
Houston Rockets
Fred VanVleet
Torn ACL
Out
What time is Knicks vs. Rockets?
The Knicks vs. Rockets game tips off at 8:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Where is Knicks vs. Rockets being played?
The matchup will be played at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
How can I watch Knicks vs. Rockets on TV and live stream?
Fans can catch the game on NBC/Peacock and MSG, with streaming available through the listed TV partners.
Game Info Table
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Date
March 31, 2026
Time
8:00 p.m. ET
Arena
Toyota Center
TV/Streaming
NBC/Peacock, MSG
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