New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction 3/6/25 NBA Picks

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 -4 -- Over/Under: 228.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds

Where to Watch: TNT

The NY Knicks and LA Lakers meet Thursday in NBA action at the crypto.com Arena. Here’s a NY Knicks vs LA Lakers Prediction. This article will include a NY Knicks vs LA Lakers Pick.

NY Knicks Betting Preview 

The NY Knicks beat the Heat, lost to the Warriors, and they play the Clippers, Kings, and Trail Blazers next. The Knicks hope to avoid two straight losses for the second time since January 8. 

The NY Knicks are averaging 117.4 points on 49.2 percent shooting and allowing 112.9 points on 47.5 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.1 points and 3 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.5 points and 3.1 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 80.3 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.9 rebounds per game.

LA Lakers Betting Preview 

The LA Lakers beat the Clippers and Pelicans, and they play the Celtics, Nets, and Bucks next. The Lakers have won seven straight games and have won 19 of their last 23 games overall. The Lakers are fighting with the Nuggets for the second seed in the West. 

The LA Lakers are averaging 113.1 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 111.2 points on 46.1 percent shooting. LeBron James is averaging 24.9 points and 8 rebounds, while Luka Doncic is averaging 22.9 points and 8.2 rebounds. Austin Reaves is the third double-digit scorer and Rui Hachimura is grabbing 5.2 rebounds. The LA Lakers are shooting 35.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Lakers are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.6 rebounds per game.

Why the Los Angeles Lakers will win

  • The Lakers have won each of their last 11 games at Crypto.com Arena following a win.
  • The Knicks have lost each of their last six night games at Crypto.com Arena following a home loss.
  • The Lakers have covered the spread in each of their last seven games at Crypto.com Arena following a home win.
  • The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven night games.

Why the New York Knicks will win

  • The Knicks have won each of their last eight night games following a home loss.
  • The Lakers have lost 14 of their last 25 games as favorites against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.
  • The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the last five games between the Knicks and Lakers.
  • The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four home games against Knicks teams that held a winning record.

Matchup/League Facts

  • The Lakers rank 4th in the league for opponent blocks per game this season (4.1).
  • The Lakers rank 4th in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (23.4).
  • The Knicks rank 1st in the league for Q2 points per game this season (30.5).
  • The Knicks rank 29th in the league for blocks per game this season (3.9).

NY Knicks vs LA Lakers Injury Report

The LA Lakers will be without Maxi Kleber, Markieff Morris, and Rui Hachimura. Jordan Goodwin is questionable with an ankle injury.

The Knicks will continue to be without Ariel Hukporti, while Precious Achiuwa, Mitchell Robinson, and OG Anunoby are questionable. 

NY Knicks vs LA Lakers Prediction

The Knicks are capable of beating anybody when they’re on and the return of Karl-Anthony Towns is huge. I wouldn’t talk you off the ledge if leaning toward the points. The problem is we’re not getting enough points for me to get off the Lakers, the hottest team in the league. The Lakers have also been ridiculous at home all season where they’re 24-7 SU. The Knicks have also had no success against the top teams in the NBA this season. The Lakers are just rolling with confidence right now and they’re getting Reaves and others back. I’m not stepping in front of the Lakers.

Randy’s Pick LA Lakers -4

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