New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA
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This inter-conference NBA fixture pits the New York Knicks against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday. The Knicks are third in the Eastern Conference at 30–18 on the season, while the Lakers are sixth in the West at 29–18. Check out our prediction for the game below.
The New York Knicks saw off the Portland Trail Blazers by 30 points in their last game on Saturday, shooting 49% overall and 42% from deep to defeat the Trail Blazers 127–97. Saturday's victory made it five wins on the bounce for the New York franchise.
Mike Brown's men will be looking to exact revenge, having lost their last three meetings with the Los Angeles Lakers. They head into this clash off the back of three consecutive home victories.
After their 20-point defeat to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Los Angeles Lakers bounced back in their last outing against the Washington Wizards. Luka Doncic led the charge with a game-high 37 points as the California ball club eased past the Wizards with a thumping 142–111 victory, shooting 61% from the field and 42% from deep.
That result marked their third win in four games – the same return as in their last four away games. They have also won both of their recent trips to face the New York Knicks.
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New York Knicks v Los Angeles Lakers Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.43 | 2.9 |
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1.43 | 2.82 |
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1.51 | 2.56 |
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1.47 | 2.8 |
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1.45 | 2.78 |
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Who will win the New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Basketball game?
Our prediction for the New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers match is: Los Angeles Lakers +5.0 handicap.
The best winner predictions and betting odds for the New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers game on 01/02/2026 of the current NBA season:
- New York Knicks has a 52.47% chance to pick up the win against Los Angeles Lakers according to BC Game ⭐ with the odds of 1.51.
- There is a probability of 47.53% ⭐ for Los Angeles Lakers to win vs New York Knicks with odds of 2.9 at Bet365.
New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Form
New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers's standings in the NBA
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New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers Last Matches
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New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
J. Hart
J. Brunson
M. Bridges
K. Towns
O. Anunoby
M. Smart
J. Laravia
L. James
Substitutes
T. Kolek
J. Clarkson
L. Shamet
D. Jones
M. Diawara
G. Yabusele
G. Vincent
D. Knecht
A. Reaves
N. Smith Jr.
J. Vanderbilt
D. Timme
M. Kleber
R. Hachimura
New York Knicks - Los Angeles Lakers Key Points
- The New York Knicks have won their last five games.
- The New York Knicks have lost their last three games against the Los Angeles Lakers.
- The Los Angeles Lakers have won three of their last four games.
- The Los Angeles Lakers have won both of their recent away games against the New York Knicks.
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Our New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction
The New York Knicks are bookmakers' favorites to win this game given both their home advantage and their stronger recent form. However, the Los Angeles Lakers are no mean opposition for the Knicks given their superior recent record against them.
The Lakers have dominated the New York Knicks in their last three meetings and boast a solid 3–1 record in their last four away games. We are backing them to win or keep it close. Our New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers prediction is Los Angeles Lakers +5.0 handicap.
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