Knicks vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 February 2026
Last updated: Feb 21, 2026, 10:45PM | 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.
Led by star players Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are up against a Rockets team that includes Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Knicks vs Rockets game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's New York vs Houston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven 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 listed here:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.61, Rockets $2.40
- Line: Knicks -3.5 ($1.87), Rockets +3.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 219 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 $1.61 and the Rockets at $2.40.
The Knicks are 3.5-point favourites against the Rockets, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Rockets (+3.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 219 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 (-3.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 219-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Knicks vs Rockets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New York at $1.61 with Bet365
- Line: Knicks -3.5 at $1.87 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 219 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Knicks vs Rockets betting tips are based on detailed simulations and wagering intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Knicks vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Rockets at Madison Square Garden on Sunday is the Knicks winning 111-107.
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 computer tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Knicks vs Rockets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the New York vs Houston game.
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Knicks vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Knicks and Rockets at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to begin 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 mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
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 the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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