Knicks and Rockets Set to Ignite the Toyota Center in Upcoming Clash

As the New York Knicks prepare to face off against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Knicks have shown a promising trend in their past games, with a notable victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, where they scored an impressive 129 points. This win was characterized by a strong offensive performance, with a 54 percent field goal rate and an 81 percent free throw completion rate.

The team's ability to dominate in points in paint was evident as they racked up 72 points from close range. Their fast break efficiency stood out as well, converting 69 percent of opportunities into 23 fast break points. Defensively, they managed to hold their opponents to a defensive points per possession of 1.13 while scoring at an offensive rate of 1.19 per possession.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for the Knicks; they faced defeat against the Bucks just two days prior. In that game, despite shooting at a commendable free throw percentage of 95 and securing more second-chance points (18), they were unable to contain Milwaukee's offense which led for nearly the entire game.

In another recent matchup against local rivals Brooklyn Nets, the Knicks showcased their resilience on both ends of the court with seven blocks and eight steals contributing to their defensive efforts. They also displayed depth in scoring with bench players contributing significantly.

As we look ahead to this upcoming game on February 13th at Houston's Toyota Center – home advantage for the Rockets – it will be crucial for New York's defense to step up once again and control Houston’s pace while capitalizing on every scoring opportunity presented by turnovers or fast breaks.

Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on MSG channel 634 or Space City Home Network channel 674 at midnight Eastern Time (01:00 AM UTC).