Knicks vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 2 February 2025
Last updated: Feb 2, 2025, 1:40AM | Published: Feb 1, 2025, 3:06PM
The New York Knicks will face the Los Angeles Lakers in NBA action at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, beginning at 12:30pm AEDT.
With the likes of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are aiming to beat a Lakers side that includes LeBron James, Austin Reaves and Max Christie.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Knicks vs Lakers game, plus the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's New York vs LA Lakers NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Knicks a 79% chance of winning against the Lakers at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks vs Lakers: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are listed here:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.20, Lakers $4.75
- Line: Knicks -11 ($1.91), Lakers +11 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 226.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Knicks at $1.20 and the Lakers at $4.75.
The Knicks are listed as 11-point favourites against the Lakers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Lakers (+11) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 226.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Lakers (+11) are predicted to cover the line 56% of the time, while the 226.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Knicks vs Lakers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: LA Lakers at $4.75 with Bet365
- Line: Lakers +11 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 226.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Knicks vs Lakers best bets are based on market-leading modelling and wagering experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Knicks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Lakers to win is our recommended option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
Knicks vs Lakers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Lakers at Madison Square Garden on Sunday is the Knicks winning 117-108.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New York vs LA Lakers game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and computer tips.
Knicks vs Lakers: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Knicks vs Lakers without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best data available to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the way for the Knicks with 27 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists, while LeBron James is projected to have 26 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists for the Lakers.
Knicks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 27 | 3 | 8 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 23 | 14 | 4 |
| OG Anunoby | 18 | 5 | 2 |
| Mikal Bridges | 18 | 3 | 3 |
| Josh Hart | 12 | 8 | 6 |
Lakers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| LeBron James | 26 | 7 | 9 |
| Austin Reaves | 19 | 4 | 6 |
| Max Christie | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| Rui Hachimura | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Dalton Knecht | 8 | 2 | 1 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting tips before the New York vs LA Lakers game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Knicks vs Lakers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Knicks and Lakers at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to begin at 12:30pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Sunday 2 February 2025
- Time: 12:30pm AEDT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our New York vs LA Lakers predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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