Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks Matchup

In this NBA regular season preview between Lakers and Knicks, see who like to win the game and cover the spread.

  • The Lakers look to improve on their 27-19 record.
  • The Lakers are averaging 111.8 points per game so far.
  • The Lakers are coming off a 134-96 win vs. the Knicks.
  • The Knicks play host to the Lakers with a 32-16 record.
  • The Knicks are averaging 117.9 points per game so far.
  • The Knicks are coming off a 122-112 win vs. the Lakers.

Lakers vs Knicks Prediction

The New York Knicks will host the Los Angeles Lakers in a non-conference matchup at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks are currently favored by 9.5 points and have won five straight games. The Lakers are 5th in the Western Conference and have a record of 27-19.

This game will tip-off at 8:30 ET and can be seen on ABC. The over/under line is currently set at 227.5 points.

Lakers vs. Knicks Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Los Angeles Lakers at New York Knicks
  • Where: New York at Madison Square Garden
  • Date: Saturday, February 1st
  • Betting Odds NY -9.5, LAL +339 | NY -438 O/U 227.5

Lakers Preview: Can Los Angeles Lock in a Road Win?

The Lakers improved to 27-19 this season with a dominant 134-96 win over the Wizards on Thursday. Los Angeles, favored by 8.5 points, covered the spread comfortably, winning by 38 points. The total score of 230 points went over the pre-game line of 224.

Los Angeles took control early, leading 42-29 after the 1st quarter and extending their lead with a 36-16 2nd quarter. The Wizards tried to rally with a 10-0 run, but the Lakers pulled away, leading 105-70 entering the 4th quarter, which they won 29-26.

The Lakers' offense was firing on all cylinders in their 134-96 win over the Wizards, shooting 54.4% from the field and knocking down 15 threes at a 46.9% clip. LeBron James led the way with 24 points and 11 assists, scoring 11 of his points in the opening quarter.

Rui Hachimura added 22 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% shooting, while Shake Milton contributed 21 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter, and shot 87.5% from the field. Austin Reaves chipped in 17 points, with 8 coming in the 1st quarter.

The Lakers put on a defensive clinic against the Wizards, holding them to just 96 points on Thursday. Their best defensive effort came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 16 points. Overall, they limited the Wizards to 31% shooting from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Lakers were equally impressive, giving up just 10 made threes on 22% shooting. They also recorded 9 steals and 6 blocks in the game.

Knicks Preview: Do the Knicks Have a Shot at a Home Win?

The Lakers improved to 27-19 on the season with a dominant 134-96 road win over the Wizards on Thursday. Los Angeles, favored by -8.5 points, covered the spread comfortably, winning by 38 points. The game’s total score of 230 points went over the line of 224.

After a 10-0 run, the Lakers took control, outscoring Washington 36-16 in the 2nd quarter. They entered the 4th quarter with a 105-70 lead and closed out the game by winning the final quarter 29-26.

Jalen Brunson's 30-point, 15-assist performance, shooting 62.5% from the field, led the Knicks to a win over the Nuggets. Brunson was especially dominant in the 3rd quarter, scoring 18 points. OG Anunoby added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% clip.

The Knicks connected on 14 threes, shooting 41.2% from beyond the arc and 51.6% overall. Josh Hart contributed 15 points, while Miles McBride scored 7 of his 12 points in the 2nd quarter.

Defensively, the Knicks gave up 112 points to the Nuggets but still managed to come away with the win. They allowed 27 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, 32 in the 3rd, and tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 26 points.

The Knicks held the Nuggets to 10 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. They sent Denver to the line 23 times, where the Nuggets made 20 free throws. New York finished with 29 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals.

Lakers vs Knicks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Although Los Angeles has a straight up record of 2-1 in their last three road games, they have not held up as well vs. the spread going 1-1-1. The team averaged 116 points per game in these games.
  • Through their last three home contests, the Knicks offense has averaged 116 points per game while allowing an average of 117. New York posted an overall record of 2-1 while going 1-2 ATS.
  • In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Lakers have a straight up record of 2-3 and an ATS mark of 3-2.
  • Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Knicks have a straight up record of 8-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 7-3.

Lakers vs Knicks Prediction

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