Knicks vs Lakers: Knicks Favored in Eastern Showdown


Author: The Daily News Now! March 8, 2026 Duration: 1:31
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Knicks vs Lakers: Knicks Favored in Eastern Showdown

The New York Knicks, currently on a hot streak, face the Los Angeles Lakers today in a highly anticipated Eastern Conference matchup. The Knicks are favored by three points, with a strong moneyline and a total of 228. The game tips off at 3:30 PM Eastern on ABC. The Knicks depth, led by OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges, has been crucial in recent wins. The Lakers, however, have struggled against teams above .500, losing six of their last seven. Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson have been key players for the Knicks, with Towns grabbing double-digit rebounds in five straight games and Brunson dishing out elite assists. Betting trends favor the Knicks, and with their recent defensive performance, expect a low-scoring game.

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