The Houston Rockets (9 – 19) play host to the New York Knicks (12 – 16) at 8:00pm EST on Thursday 16th December 2021.
Houston are currently 6.5 point underdogs against New York. So far this season the Rockets are 14-12-2 against the spread (ATS) and 6-6-1 ATS when playing at home. The Rockets return to Houston after going 1-2 on their recent road trip.
The visiting Knicks are 11-17 ATS and 7-6 ATS on the road. They’re 2-8 in their last 10 games and are seeking to get back to winning ways after suffering 4 consecutive losses.
Rockets vs Knicks Betting Odds
| Rockets Spread | -6.5 |
| Knicks Spread | +6.5 |
| Over/Under | TBC |
| Time | 8:00pm EST |
| TV | NBA TV |
Rockets and Knicks Betting Trends
- The Rockets are 8-2 in their last 10 games.
- Houston are 14-11-2 ATS and 6-6-1 ATS at home.
- Totals have gone under in 14 of the Rockets’ 27 games
- The Knicks are 2-8 in their last 10 games.
- New York are 11-17-0 ATS and 7-6-0 ATS on the road.
- Totals have gone under in 16 of the Knicks’ 28 games
Rockets and Knicks Head to Head
- Nov 20, 2021: Houston Rockets 99 @ New York Knicks 106
Rockets vs. Knicks Team Statistics
 | Statistics |  |
|---|---|---|
| 106.9 18th | Points Per Game | 105.8 22nd |
| 44.8% 21st | Field Goal % | 43.8% 24th |
| 34.5% 18th | 3PT % | 36% 9th |
| 44.3% 21st | Rebounds | 45.3% 13th |
| 23.1% 16th | Assists | 21.5% 27th |
| 17.5% 30th | Turnovers | 13.9% 14th |
| 7.1% 24th | Steals | 7% 26th |
| 5.1% 12th | Blocks | 5.5% 7th |
| 20.6% 29th | Fouls | 18.9% 11th |
Rockets vs. Knicks Injury Report
Houston Rockets Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Gordon | SG | Groin | Expected to be out until at least Dec 16 |
| Jalen Green | SG | Hamstring | Expected to be out until at least Dec 20 |
| Kevin Porter | PG | Thigh | Expected to be out until at least Dec 16 |
| Christian Wood | PF | Knee | Game Time Decision |
| Danuel House Jr. | SF | Ankle | Expected to be out until at least Dec 16 |
| John Wall | PG | Not Injury Related | Expected to be out until at least Mar 1 |
New York Knicks Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quentin Grimes | SG | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Dec 16 |
| Luka Samanic | PF | Foot | Game Time Decision |
| Obi Toppin | PF | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Dec 16 |
| R.J. Barrett | SF | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Dec 16 |
Key players to watch
Houston Rockets Key Player
Kevin Porter Jr. 12.8 ppg, 5.8 apg, 4.4 rpg
New York Knicks Key Player
Julius Randle 19.8 ppg, 5.2 apg, 9.8 rpg
Who plays tonight in the NBA?
The Houston Rockets are hosting the New York Knicks at 8:00pm EST on Thursday 16th December 2021.
What TV channel is Rockets vs Knicks game on?
The Rockets vs Knicks game is available on NBA TV.
What time is the Rockets vs Knicks NBA game tonight?
Tonight’s NBA game between the Houston Rockets and New York Knicks is at 8:00pm EST.
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Is Christian Wood playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Christian Wood is dealing with an injury to the Knee.
Is Luka Samanic playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Luka Samanic is dealing with an injury to the Foot.
Why is Eric Gordon not playing in tonights NBA game?
Eric Gordon is dealing with an injury to the Groin and is expected to be out until at least dec 16.
Why is Jalen Green not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jalen Green is dealing with an injury to the Hamstring and is expected to be out until at least dec 20.
Why is Kevin Porter not playing in tonights NBA game?
Kevin Porter is dealing with an injury to the Thigh and is expected to be out until at least dec 16.
Why is Danuel House Jr. not playing in tonights NBA game?
Danuel House Jr. is dealing with an injury to the Ankle and is expected to be out until at least dec 16.
Why is John Wall not playing in tonights NBA game?
John Wall is dealing with an injury to the Not Injury Related and is expected to be out until at least mar 1.
Why is Quentin Grimes not playing in tonights NBA game?
Quentin Grimes is dealing with an injury to the Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least dec 16.
Why is Obi Toppin not playing in tonights NBA game?
Obi Toppin is dealing with an injury to the Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least dec 16.
Why is R.J. Barrett not playing in tonights NBA game?
R.J. Barrett is dealing with an injury to the Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least dec 16.
