Analyzing Wednesday’s Houston Rockets at New York Knicks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Rockets (19-20) take on the New York Knicks(23-17) Wednesday with tip-off from Madison Square Garden set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Knicks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Knicks won 2-0 last season

The Rockets have lost 4 of 5 and failed to cover in all 5 after a 124-115 defeat as 8-point dogs to the Philadelphia 76ers Monday. C Alperen Sengun hasn’t wavered, averaging 23.3 PPG in 9 games this month, which is his highest month this season.

The Knicks fell 98-94 to the Orlando Magic Monday as 5.5-point favorites. Despite losing 2 of 3, they have still won 6 of 8. G Jalen Brunson (calf) has missed the last 2 games, and he’s questionable for this one. With what has been deemed a bruised calf, it would be a moderate surprise if he’s not back for this one.