The Los Angeles Lakers (27-19) and New York Knicks (32-16) will meet in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The game will broadcast live on ABC.
The Knicks are 10.5-point favorites over the Lakers on the spread (Knicks -10.5), with the over/under set at 224.5 total points. New York is a -470 favorite to win outright, while Los Angeles is +360 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Lakers vs. Knicks predictions and NBA picks for Saturday, February 1.
Lakers vs. Knicks Picks, Prediction
Spread
The Knicks are around double-digit favorites. Feels like a lot, even with Anthony Davis out.
But, the Knicks have won five straight and are +70 across their last three games, all against fellow Western Conference teams in the Nuggets, Grizzlies and Kings.
I'm passing on the spread, but recent play could indicate a Knicks cover in this spot.
Moneyline
Lakers or nothing given the price, but no thank you.
Over/Under
I like the Over here, and I'll play it above 226.5 — my limit is 227.5.
The Knicks have scored 143, 143 and 122 in their last three games.
I think the letdown spot for the offense may come against the Rockets, but I'd be surprised if it's tonight against the Lakers.
The Knicks have seen the total go Over this number in eight of their last 10 games.
My Pick: Over 224.5
Lakers vs. Knicks Odds
| Lakers Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+10.5 -110 | 224.5 -110o / -110u | +360 |
| Knicks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-10.5 -110 | 224.5 -110o / -110u | -470 |
- Lakers vs. Knicks spread: Knicks -10.5
- Lakers vs. Knicks over/under: 224.5 points
- Lakers vs. Knicks moneyline: Lakers +360, Knicks -470
- Lakers vs. Knicks best bet: Over 224.5
Lakers vs. Knicks Preview, Predictions
For a lil' same-game parlay, I'll pair the Over with LeBron James Over 42.5 points + rebounds + assists (PRA).
James has hit the Over on this line in three of four games without Davis this season, and the only Under was in a near 40-point win against the Wizards, in which he got to 38 PRA in just 27 minutes.
Best Bet: Over 224.5 (-110)
Same Game Parlay Picks
- Over 224.5
- LeBron James Over 42.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists
Parlay Payout: +260
Knicks vs. Lakers Betting Trends
