Lakers vs Knicks prediction, odds, line, spread 2023 NBA picks

When the Los Angeles Lakers (23-28) play the New York Knicks (27-24) on Tuesday night, they want to split their two games in the Big Apple. On Monday, Los Angeles fell against the Nets 121-104 and failed to win the wager despite being a 9-point underdog. While Patrick Beverley (knee) and Austin Reaves (hamstring) are out, LeBron James (questionable) and Anthony Davis (foot) are likely to play tonight. When the Knicks last faced the Nets, they were defeated 122-115 on Saturday. Mitchell Robinson, a centre for New York, is out because of a thumb injury.The Madison Square Garden game will begin at 7:30 p.m. ET. New York is now the 2-point favourite in the Knicks vs. Lakers odds at Caesars Sportsbook. The total points over/under is 232, which is 5.5 points less than the starting line. Check out SportsLine's reliable computer model's NBA predictions and betting tips before settling on any Lakers vs. Knicks predictions.The SportsLine Projection Model simulates each NBA game 10,000 times, and over the previous four or more seasons, it has generated profits of well over $10,000 for $100 players on its top-rated NBA choices. The model has a phenomenal 49-23 record on all top-rated NBA choices this season, returning over $2,300 as of Week 16 of the 2022–23 NBA season. Anyone listening to it has experienced enormous gains.The model has just locked in its choices and NBA predictions for the upcoming Knicks vs. Lakers matchup. To view the model's predictions, go to SportsLine right away. 

NBA odds and betting lines for the Lakers at the Knicks:

Knicks -2 in the Lakers vs. Knicks wager
Over/under for Lakers vs. Knicks: 232 points
Money line for the Lakers vs. Knicks game: Knicks -135; Lakers +115
LAL: With no rest, the Lakers are 4-4 against the spread.
NYK: The Knicks have a home record of 9-14-2 against the spread.
Picks for Lakers vs. Knicks:

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The Lakers' ability to coverDespite James' "severe discomfort" in his foot or ankle, according to coach Darvin Ham, he looks to have a good chance of playing on Tuesday after missing Monday's game. In his first game at MSG in three years, James should be eager to be on the floor and go closer to breaking Kareem Abdul-NBA Jabbar's scoring record. He is only 117 points away from doing so. Meanwhile, Davis seems prepared to accept the likely tag.Los Angeles' overall record against the spread this season is only 24-25-2, but the Lakers have performed significantly better in January, going 10-4-1 ATS since the year 2023 began. They've also performed admirably when somewhat favoured, finishing 8-1 ATS when the spread is between a pick'em and +3.

The Knicks' ability to cover

The Knicks are a troublesome defensive team that consistently blocks shots. New York's opponent field goal percentage is No. 2 in the NBA, and the Knicks only permit 34.9% of shots from beyond the arc. The Knicks' opponents only average 24.8 assists per game, and New York ranks eighth in both fast break points allowed (12.9 per game) and points in the paint allowed (44.3 per game). Los Angeles' offensive 3-point shooting efficiency is among the lowest in the NBA, which helps New York's defensive strategy.The Knicks, on the other hand, are outstanding offensively, averaging more than 1.15 points per possession and dominating the NBA in second-chance points with 17.5 per game. With 25.6 attempts per game at the free throw line, New York steals over 33% of failed shots off the offensive boards, while the Knicks give the ball over on just 13.2% of their offensive possessions.

Making choices for the Knicks vs. Lakers game

The teams are expected to combine for 240 points, according to SportsLine's model, which is trending toward the total. According to the model, one side of the spread hits over 60% of the time. The selection is only available at SportsLine.