Knicks vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 February 2026
Last updated: Feb 22, 2026, 1:38AM | Published: Feb 21, 2026, 3:00PM
The New York Knicks will take on the Houston Rockets in NBA action at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, starting at 12:30pm AEDT.
With the likes of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are looking to overcome a Rockets side that includes Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Knicks vs Rockets game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's New York vs Houston NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Knicks a 64% chance of defeating the Rockets at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks vs Rockets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.62, Rockets $2.35
- Line: Knicks -4 ($1.95), Rockets +4 ($1.87)
- Total (Over/Under 220.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Knicks at $1.62 and the Rockets at $2.35.
The Knicks are listed as 4-point favourites against the Rockets, with odds of $1.95 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Rockets (+4) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.87.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 220.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Knicks (-4) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 220.5-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Knicks vs Rockets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New York at $1.62 with Bet365
- Line: Knicks -4 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 220.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Knicks vs Rockets best bets are based on market-leading simulations and gambling experience to bring you the best possible advice every time.
Knicks vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Rockets at Madison Square Garden on Sunday is the Knicks winning 112-108.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New York vs Houston game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
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Knicks vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Knicks and Rockets at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to start at 12:30pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Sunday 22 February 2026
- Time: 12:30pm AEDT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New York vs Houston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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