The Knicks will play the Lakers on Monday, December 18th, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 10:40 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
Now that the 2023-24 NBA season is in full swing, let's gear up for a game between the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Lakers set for Monday, December 18th, 2023. Make sure to review each team's performance stats below as you handicap this matchup. We've included a few key metrics we think will be most helpful. At this point in the season, statistical trends should begin to firm up.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The New York Knicks currently have a 92.00 power ranking. The power ranking for the Los Angeles Lakers is 90.33. Continue monitoring these figures as the season progresses.
- Away New York Knicks - The New York Knicks currently have a 7-8 record as an away team. That standing puts them 3rd in the league for away team wins.
- Home Los Angeles Lakers - The Los Angeles Lakers start this matchup with a 10-2 record as a home team. They now rank 3rd in the league for home team wins so far in the 2023-24 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The New York Knicks currently rank 16th (114.5) for average points scored per game. On the other side of the court, the Los Angeles Lakers stand at 17th averaging 114.0 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 111.8 points against the New York Knicks, ranking them 21st in the league. The Los Angeles Lakers currently rank 18th in the league for points scored against them, with a current standing of 113.5 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The New York Knicks have notched a 2-3 Eastern Atlantic Division division record, while the Los Angeles Lakers possess a 4-2 Western Pacific Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The New York Knicks have a 14-11 overall record, while the Los Angeles Lakers have a 15-11 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Arrr, mateys! The New York Knicks be sailin' into enemy waters tonight...in Los Angeles, no less! The Lakers' arena be a treacherous place for any away team...filled with raucous fans who be ready to make some noise. The sea of purple and gold be relentless, makin' sure the Knicks know they be in hostile territory... (and) expectin' no quarter to be given.
The Knicks be holdin' a 14-11 overall standin' this season...not too shabby, but they be needin' to step up their game. Meanwhile, the Lakers be sportin' a similar 15-11 record...a ship that be sailin' just as steady. In the Eastern Atlantic Division, the Knicks be sittin' at a 2-3 record...a bit rocky, but they be hopin' to turn the tide. The Lakers, on the other hand, be boastin' a 4-2 record in the Western Pacific Division...clearly a crew that be commandin' their waters.
Both teams be scorin' at a feverish pace...the Knicks averagin' 114.5 points per game, while the Lakers be close behind at 114.0 points per game...a battle of cannons on the court. So, me hearties, see you courtside at today's game...where the Knicks be aimin' to plunder a victory on the Lakers' home court.
But before ye set sail on your bettin' voyage, be sure to review the best point spread, moneyline, and total bets from our featured sportsbooks...because ye don't want to be caught in the doldrums. And if ye be lookin' for some extra excitement, take a gander at this game's prop bets below...a treasure trove of possibilities. So set your compass, me mateys, and let the battle begin!
Best Knicks at Lakers Odds
| Underdog New York Knicks | Favorite Los Angeles Lakers |
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| Underdog New York Knicks | Favorite Los Angeles Lakers |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Los Angeles Lakers are -4.5 -110 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the New York Knicks are +4.5 -110 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 234.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 234.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The Los Angeles Lakers are the -190 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the New York Knicks are the +155 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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 BetMGMBet |
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Knicks
Lakers
12/18/23 10:40pm EST | +4.5 -110-4.5 -110 |
Underdog New York Knicks - New York Knicks bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +4.5 New York Knicks underdog bet wins if they lose by 4 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 5 or more.
Favorite Los Angeles Lakers - Los Angeles Lakers bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -4.5 Los Angeles Lakers favorite bet wins if they win by 5 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 4 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
New York Knicks at Los Angeles Lakers Prop Bets
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Knicks
Lakers
Game to Overtime
12/18/23 10:40pm EST | Yes +1150No -3000Bet |
Lakers
Team Total Points
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 119.5 o -110119.5 u -115Bet |
Knicks
Team Total Points
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 115.5 o -110115.5 u -120Bet |
Donte DiVincenzo
Points Scored
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 8.5 o -1158.5 u -120Bet |
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Immanuel Quickley
Points Scored
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 11.5 o -11011.5 u -120Bet |
Jalen Brunson
Points Scored
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 24.5 o -12524.5 u -110Bet |
Josh Hart
Points Scored
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 7.5 o -1057.5 u -125Bet |
Julius Randle
Points Scored
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 22.5 o -14522.5 u +105Bet |
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LeBron James
Points Scored
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 27.5 o +10027.5 u -135Bet |
RJ Barrett
Points Scored
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 17.5 o -13517.5 u +100Bet |
Donte DiVincenzo
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 13.5 o -12013.5 u -110Bet |
Immanuel Quickley
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 15.5 o -13015.5 u -105Bet |
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Jalen Brunson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 34.5 o -12534.5 u -105Bet |
Josh Hart
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 15.5 o -10515.5 u -130Bet |
Julius Randle
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 36.5 o -14536.5 u +110Bet |
LeBron James
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 43.5 o -13543.5 u +100Bet |
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RJ Barrett
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at LAL 12/18/23 10:40pm EST | 24.5 o -10524.5 u -125Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| x - New York Knicks | 50 | 32 | 0.610 | +14.0 | 27-14 | 23-18 | 12-5 | 35-17 | 112.8 | 108.2 | +4.6 | W5 | 6-4 |
| xp - Los Angeles Lakers | 47 | 35 | 0.573 | +17.0 | 28-14 | 19-21 | 7-10 | 27-25 | 118.0 | 117.4 | +0.6 | W2 | 7-3 |
New York Knicks & Los Angeles Lakers Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
New York Knicks Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Knicks | +1000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Lakers | +3500 Bet |
New York Knicks & Los Angeles Lakers Team Pages
Review each team's season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Monday, December 18th, 2023 at 10:40 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.
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