The Rockets are one of the surprise teams in the NBA, boasting one of the best record in the association with its mix of wily veterans and up-and-coming prospects. Still, a two-game skid without Alperen Sengun has the team in dire need of a bounce-back.

The Houston Rockets head to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks in a non-conference matchup. The Rockets are 32-16, which puts the team in second place in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 32-17, which puts the team in third place in the Eastern Conference.

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