Hornets Face Knicks at Madison Square Garden

The Golden State Warriors are facing the Houston Rockets tonight, desperately seeking a win after losing their last five games, but they will be without key players including Stephen Curry and Draymond Green due to injuries. Meanwhile, the Rockets also have multiple players listed on their injury report, including Fred VanVleet as questionable. In another matchup, the Charlotte Hornets, currently struggling at 6-15, will be without star player LaMelo Ball as they take on the New York Knicks, who sit at 13-8. The Knicks recently defeated the Orlando Magic and are favored to win against the Hornets, who are coming off a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Both games are significant as they reflect the teams' current standings and aspirations for the season. The Warriors and Rockets game is set for 10:00 p.m. EST, while the Hornets and Knicks will tip off at 7:30 p.m. EST.