New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets prediction and betting tips on February 4, 2024

Game Prediction

Among the many games in the NBA regular season, the matchup between the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets stands out. Our experts have analyzed the game and prepared a prediction.
New York Knicks
The Knicks are having an impressive season as expected, currently sitting third in the Eastern Conference and displaying solid, consistent basketball. There is little doubt that this team will comfortably qualify for the playoffs, likely finishing in the top six.
Looking at their overall record, the Knicks have 32 wins and 17 losses. In their last game, they suffered a 112-128 home defeat to the Lakers, unable to contain LeBron James and company. The decisive moment came in the fourth quarter, ending their five-game winning streak. The team’s leaders, Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, had a disappointing performance in that loss.
Houston Rockets
Similarly, Houston is also third in their conference, and while their strong results may seem surprising, they are well-earned. There is still a long way to go in the season, and maintaining this level won’t be easy. The Rockets have the same number of wins as the Knicks (32) but have lost one game fewer (16 defeats).
Right now, the Rockets are dealing with a two-game losing streak. In their most recent matchup, they suffered a 98-110 home loss to the Brooklyn Nets. A major issue for Houston has been the absence of Alperen Şengün, who has missed the last two games due to injury and is unlikely to play in this matchup.
Match Facts
- Knicks home record: 17 wins, 9 losses.
- Rockets away record: 17 wins, 8 losses.
- Betting odds: Knicks – 1.50, Rockets – 2.67.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
These teams have already faced each other this season, with the Rockets winning convincingly at home (109-97).
Prediction
Both teams are among the top contenders in their respective conferences and are having strong seasons. The Knicks are slight favorites, which makes sense given their home-court advantage and Houston’s injury concerns, particularly Şengün’s expected absence. Given these factors, a Knicks win with a -5.5 point spread looks like a solid betting option.
