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.

NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson had 42 points and 10 assists, breaking a tie with Carmelo Anthony for third on the franchise list with his 18th 40-point game with the Knicks, and New York beat the Houston Rockets 124-118 on Monday night.

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