Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks Preview, Odds, Prediction (Feb 1)
- Lakers vs. Knicks is an NBA classic.
- The Los Angeles Lakers are 5-1 SU in the last six games.
- New York Knicks are 5-0 SU in the previous five events.
When the Lakers and Knicks clash, especially at Madison Square Garden, it’s special. What magnifies this right now is that both sides play well and have high ambitions for this season.
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How to Watch
- Where: Madison Square Garden, New York, New York
- When: Saturday, February 1, 8:30 pm ET
- How to Watch: ABC/ESPN+
NBA Regular Season Odds
Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
---|---|---|---|
LA Lakers | +340 | +9.5 | 226.5 |
New York Knicks | -450 | -9.5 | 226.5 |
Game Preview
The Lakers have lost just one of the previous six games, which was in Philadelphia against the 76ers, 118-104. However, they instantly bounced back, smashing the Washington Wizards in DC, 134-96.
This game will be the fifth consecutive one on the road for the Lakers, who look good overall. Apart from being 5-1 straight up in the last six events, they are also 4-1-1 ATS in the same matches.
As for the Knicks, the franchise from the Big Apple is in an even better situation, winning five straight contests. They play physically, so it’s no wonder seeing four of their latest six games ending with under.
That’s why the Knicks’ defense is ranked eighth in the NBA, with 110.8 allowed points per game. They are chasing the second spot in the East, currently sitting at a 32-16 record, one game behind the Celtics.
Lakers vs. Knicks Head-to-Head
This is the first meeting of the year between these two units.
Lakers vs. Knicks Prediction
We are siding with the Knicks in this one. The reason is very simple: the Lakers’ exhausting road tour through the East. It will undoubtedly take a toll at some point.
- Free NBA pick: Knicks win