Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks (02/01): Starting five, injury report, start time, how to watch, and more

Sameer Khan / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Feb 1, 2025, 20:31 IST

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The Los Angeles Lakers visit the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden tonight for their 300th regular season game. Key players like LeBron James and Jalen Brunson are set to make an impact. Injuries could play a crucial role, with Anthony Davis and Karl-Anthony Towns among those affected. The game kicks off at 8:30 PM ET.

Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks (02/01): Starting five, injury report, start time, how to watch, and more

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The Los Angeles Lakers will visit the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden tonight. The Lakers have played 299 regular season games against the Knicks. Heading into their 300th game, the Lakers hold the head-to-head lead with 173 wins. Both teams have been in fine form this season, so it’ll be interesting to see how tonight’s game unfolds.
Continue reading to learn more about the matchup, including injury reports, start time, where to watch, and more.

Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks: Projected starting five

New York Knicks projected starting five

Player	PTS	REB	AST
Josh Hart	13.9	9.7	5.7
Jalen Brunson	25.9	2.9	7.5
Mikal Bridges	18.2	3.1	3.3
OG Anunoby	16.4	4.8	2.0
Karl-Anthony Towns	24.6	13.7	3.4

Los Angeles Lakers projected starting five

Player	PTS	REB	AST
Austin Reaves	18.2	4.2	6.1
Max Christie	8.3	2.7	1.4
LeBron James	23.8	7.5	9.0
Rui Hachimura	12.4	5.2	1.5
Jaxson Hayes	5.4	4.1	0.8

(Note: Projected starters are subject to change.)

Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks: Key players to watch

Los Angeles Lakers key players

- LeBron James
- Austin Reaves

New York Knicks key players

- Jalen Brunson
- Karl-Anthony Towns

Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks injury report

Lakers injury report

Player	Status	Injury
Anthony Davis	Out	Abdomen
Dorian Finney-Smith	Game time decision	Shoulder
Rui Hachimura	Game time decision	Calf
Jalen Hood-Schifino	Out	Hamstring
LeBron James	Game time decision	Foot
Gabe Vincent	Game time decision	Knee
Christian Wood	Out	Knee

Knicks injury report

Player	Status	Injury
Pacome Dadiet	Out	Toe
Josh Hart	Game time decision	Knee
Mitchell Robinson	Out	Ankle

Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks: Team stats

Statistics	Lakers	Knicks
Record	27-19	32-16
Standings	5th	3rd
Home/Away	11-13	17-8
Offensive Rating	13th	2nd
Defensive Rating	21st	13th
Net Rating	16th	4th

Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks: Previous matchups

The Lakers last played the Knicks on February 3, 2024. They won that game by a comfortable eight points. LeBron James led the charge and scored a team-high 24 points. Anthony Davis was ever present on the boards and pulled down 18 rebounds. This upcoming match will be the season's first meeting between these two. It’ll be interesting to see what James and Co. have in store for us tonight.

LeBron James and Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers Credits: AP Photo/Ashley Landis

Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks: Leading players

Stat	Lakers (Leader)	Knicks (Leader)
Points	25.7 - Anthony Davis	25.9 - Jalen Brunson
Rebounds	11.9 - Anthony Davis	13.7 - Karl-Anthony Towns
Assists	9.0 - LeBron James	7.5 - Jalen Brunson

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Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks: Date, time, and venue

The Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks will go live from Madison Square Garden on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The match kicks off at 8:30 PM ET.

How to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs New York Knicks: Streaming details and more

- TV: ABC and ESPN+
- Streaming: Sling, DirecTV Stream, FuboTV and NBA League Pass

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