New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets (02-21-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The New York Knicks are going to face the Houston Rockets in a crucial NBA matchup tonight. The game will tip off at 8:30 pm ET. The New York Knicks have previously won 35 out of the 56 games. Miles McBride has been sidelined for tonight’s game against the Rockets. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Karl-Anthony Towns.

As for the Houston Rockets, they have previously won 34 out of the 54 matches they have played. With players like Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson, the team has a higher chance of securing their names on the walls of victory. However, Fred VanVleet has been sidelined for tonight’s matchup. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the New York Knicks and the Houston Rockets.

New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets - When and Where to Watch the Game

The New York Knicks will host the Houston Rockets at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. The match will tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 21, 2026, exclusively on ABC. Additionally, Fubo and Amazon Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets - Expected Starting Lineups

New York Knicks

• Jalen Brunson (PG)
• Josh Hart (SG)
• Mikal Bridges (SF)
• OG Anunoby (PF)
• Karl-Anthony Towns (C)

Houston Rockets

• Amen Thompson (PG)
• Tari Eason (SG)
• Kevin Durant (SF)
• Jabari Smith Jr. (PF)
• Alperen Sengun (C)

New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets - Injury Report

New York Knicks

• Miles McBride - OUT (muscle surgery)

Houston Rockets

• Fred VanVleet - OUT (Acl)
• Steven Adams - OUT (ankle surgery)

New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets - Game Prediction

This season, the New York Knicks have scored 217.5 points in 41 out of their 56 games to date. However, the Houston Rockets have scored the same number of points in 28 out of 54 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The New York Knicks boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Brunson has delivered 27.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game this season. However, Towns has averaged 19.8 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.

The Houston Rockets, on the other hand, have efficient players like Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. Durant has averaged 26 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Sengun, on the other hand, delivered 20.5 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game.


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