The New York Knicks will be without Cameron Payne for their upcoming game against the Houston Rockets due to a strained hamstring. Payne, who has been averaging 5.6 points and 3.2 assists, has seen limited action recently.

Head coach Tom Thibodeau praised rookie Tyler Kolek as a potential replacement for Payne's minutes. Meanwhile, Houston's Steven Adams will return to the court in limited capacity after recovering from a PCL injury.