Lakers vs. Knicks prediction: New York to win, Luka Doncic projected for big game in Sunday's NBA matchup [2/1/2026]

NBA action continues on Sunday at 7:00 PM ET as the Los Angeles Lakers lock horns with the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Lakers vs. Knicks game.

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Knicks lineup will feature players like Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges, while the Lakers will rely on Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton.

Doncic is expected to deliver a standout performance with a projected 34 points and 4 threes.

This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.

Lakers vs. Knicks prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA matchup between the Lakers and Knicks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Knicks a 67% chance of beating the Lakers. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 115-110.

According to our model, the Lakers (+4.5) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the 229.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.

Lakers vs. Knicks odds

We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Lakers vs. Knicks picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Lakers +4.5 at the spread.

Lakers vs. Knicks player props

NBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on the LA Lakers vs. New York matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.

Luka Doncic is expected to lead the Lakers with 34 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists, while Jalen Brunson is projected to have 29 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists for the Knicks.

Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.

Lakers prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Lakers are:

Knicks prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Knicks:

Lakers vs. Knicks game-day updates and essential details

Sunday's matchup between the Knicks and Lakers at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks
• Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Madison Square Garden

Conclusion

We predict the Knicks, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat the Lakers on Sunday, with Luka Doncic projected for a game-high 63 fantasy points.

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