New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Preview
The Lakers head to New York tonight to take on the Knicks in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are favored by 4.5 points and are riding a nine-game winning streak. The over/under line is set at 225.5 points.
Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 ET at Madison Square Garden and can be seen on ABC.
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New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three head-to-head matchups, the Knicks are averaging 116 points per game, compared to the Lakers at 115. These figures have led to New York posting a record of 2-1.
- Through their last five road games, Los Angeles has an ATS record of just 2-3. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 123 points per game.
- The Knicks are 3-0 ATS in their last three home games and 3-0 straight-up.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Lakers have gone 5-5 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 4-6.
- The Knicks have played well in their last three games as the betting favorite, going 3-0 straight up and 3-0 against the spread.
New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction
Today, the Lakers are 25-25 and are currently in 9th place in the Western Conference. In the Pacific Division, they are 4th. On the road, the Lakers are 8-17 for the season.
Against the spread, the Lakers are 22-28, with a road ATS record of 10-15. As the underdog, they are 10-12 ATS on the road and 7-15 overall. Today, they are 4.5-point underdogs.
The Lakers’ O/U record for the season is 28-22, and their games have averaged 233.5 points per game. Today’s O/U line is 225.5, and 39 of their games have had higher O/U lines.
In their last game, the Lakers defeated the Celtics by a score of 114-105. They were 15-point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 238.5.
So far this season, the Lakers’ offense has been one of the most efficient in the league, ranking 8th in field goal percentage and 10th in true shooting percentage. However, they have struggled from beyond the arc, ranking 30th in three-point attempts and 28th in three-point makes.
When it comes to scoring, the Lakers are averaging 116.1 points per game, which is 14th in the NBA. Interestingly, they have actually scored more points on the road (115.6) compared to at home (116.7).
Overall, the Lakers’ offense has outscored the NBA scoring average in 44% of their games this season. In terms of pace, they are 6th in the league at 101.3 possessions per game.
The Lakers’ defense is presently ranked 19th in the league, allowing an average of 117.3 points per contest. Los Angeles struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Celtics, giving up 15. For the game, Boston scored 105 points in the game.
In their last game, the Knicks defeated the Pacers by a score of 109-105. The O/U line for that game was 234 points. This marked the third straight game for New York that finished below the O/U line.
Currently, the Knicks are on a nine-game winning streak and have a record of 32-17, which is good for 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. In the Atlantic Division, they are in 2nd place.
New York has an ATS record of 31-18 this season, and they have covered the spread in their last seven games. As the favorite, the Knicks are 21-9 vs. the spread, and they are favored by 4.5 points today.
For the season, the Knicks have an O/U record of 19-29-1. In their games this season, the average combined scoring total is 224.4 points, and today’s O/U line is set at 225.5.
The Knicks are 10-7 against non-conference opponents this season, and they have a record of 22-10 against other Eastern Conference teams. In their last three road games, they have gone 3-0 vs. the spread.
When it comes to scoring, the Knicks have been slightly better on the road compared to their home games. Overall, they are 15th in the league with 115.2 points per game. However, at home, they are 21st in scoring at 114.7 points per game.
So far this season, the Knicks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 51% of their games. In terms of pace, New York is 29th in the league at 96.3 possessions per game.
When it comes to shooting, the Knicks are 20th in field goal percentage at 46%. Inside the arc, they are 24th in two-point shooting at 53%. From beyond the arc, the Knicks are 11th in three-point shooting at 37%.
At present, the Knicks’ defense is ranked 2nd, allowing 109.2 points per game. New York’s defense is currently forcing 12.5 turnovers per game, which is 11th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 28th in blocked shots, with an average of 4 rejections per game.
Even though they are 4.5 point underdogs, we see the Lakers winning this game by a score of 117-116.
New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Tips
- We like the Lakers on the moneyline (+160)
- The Lakers are also our pick on the spread at +4.5
- Projecting a combined 233 points, we like the over
New York Knicks Injury Report
- Julius Randle – Shoulder – Out
- OG Anunoby – Elbow – Questionable
- Mitchell Robinson – Ankle – Out
- Quentin Grimes – Knee – Out
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
- Anthony Davis – Achilles/Hip – Questionable
- LeBron James – Ankle – Questionable
- Jarred Vanderbilt – Foot – Out
- Gabe Vincent – Knee – Out
- Cam Reddish – Ankle – Out
