Los Angeles Lakers (39-21) vs New York Knicks (40-21)
Game Info: Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:00 pm (crypto.com Arena)
Betting Odds: Los Angeles Lakers -3.5 -- Over/Under: 228.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: TNT
The Los Angeles Lakers (39-21) will host the New York Knicks (40-21) on March 6, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers are currently on a six-game winning streak, showcasing their strong form as they aim to solidify their position in the Western Conference standings. In their recent victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, LeBron James delivered an impressive performance, scoring 34 points, while Luka Dončić contributed a double-double with 30 points and 15 assists.
The Knicks, holding a solid road record of 19-10, have been competitive this season. However, they are coming off a 114-102 loss to the Golden State Warriors, where they struggled in the second half, particularly in the third quarter. This defeat ended their three-game winning streak. Notably, Karl-Anthony Towns' potential absence due to injury could impact their performance in this matchup.
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Lebron James Over 26.5 Points
LeBron James is delivering an exceptional performance in his 22nd NBA season. Over 56 games, he has averaged 24.9 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 8.5 assists per game, with a field goal percentage of 51.9%. Notably, during February 2025, James averaged 29.3 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game, earning him the Western Conference Player of the Month honors—the oldest player to receive this accolade. We’ve seen LeBron clear this line in seven of his last 10 games. He’s coming off a game where he scored 34 points against the New Orleans Pelicans. Nothing is slowing LeBron down right now, and I’ll continue to take the over on his points.
Jaxon Hayes Under 5.5 Rebounds
Jaxson Hayes, a center for the Los Angeles Lakers, has shown significant improvement in his rebounding performance during the 2024-2025 NBA season. Over 39 games, he has averaged 4.5 rebounds per game, with a total of 177 rebounds. This marks an increase from his 2023-2024 season, where he averaged 3.0 rebounds per game over 47 games. This is a tough matchup for Hayes on the boards going against this Knicks team. The Knicks are giving up just 49 rebounds per game to opposing teams, which is the fewest in the whole NBA. I expect Hayes to come down to earth when it comes to a rebounding perspective.
Mikal Bridges Under 15.5 Points
Mikal Bridges, a forward for the New York Knicks, has been a pivotal presence in the 2024-2025 NBA season. As of March 5, 2025, he averages 17.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game, with an impressive field goal percentage of 48.9%. However, recent analyses suggest that Bridges, along with teammate OG Anunoby, has faced challenges in high-pressure games against top teams, leading to concerns about their impact during critical moments. We’ve seen Bridges score less than 16 points in nine of his last 10 games. There are a lot of mouths to feed in New York currently, and Bridges isn’t one of the top options.
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