nba Game Recap
New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Recap - Knicks Win 122-97
The Knicks blew out Houston on Sunday, running up the score in a 122-97 win at Toyota Center.
Bettors who backed the Knicks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 218.5.
New York got 31 points from Julius Randle and another 24 points from Derrick Rose. Julius Randle contributed 6 assists, while RJ Barrett cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
The Rockets got a 19-point performance from Christian Wood, who was supported by 17 points from Kelly Olynyk. Kelly Olynyk had 7 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Kelly Olynyk grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New York were victorious, as the score was 59-44 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 47 boards, while New York only had 38
Next game, New York takes its act on the road to face Memphis looking for another win. For Houston, they head home to face Philadelphia.