New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers (02-01-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

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New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers (02-01-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers. Image via: Getty Images

Another day, another exciting matchup, and this time the New York Knicks will clash with the Los Angeles Lakers. The match will tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Sunday. The New York Knicks have previously won 30 out of 48 games. Myles McBride has been sidelined due to injuries against the Lakers. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart.As for the Los Angeles Lakers, they have previously won only 29 matches out of the 47 played. With players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James, the team has a higher chance of securing their names on the walls of victory. However, Austin Reaves has been sidelined due to injuries.

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From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Lakers.

New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers - When and Where to Watch the Game

The New York Knicks will host the Los Angeles Lakers at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. The match will tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 1, 2026, exclusively on NBC/Peacock. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers - Expected Starting Lineups

New York Knicks

Jalen Brunson (PG)
Josh Hart (SG)
Mikal Bridges (SF)
OG Anunoby (PF)
Karl-Anthony Towns (C)

Los Angeles Lakers

Luka Doncic (PG)
Marcus Smart (SG)
Rui Hachimura (SF)
LeBron James (PF)
Deandre Ayton (C)

New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers - Injury Report

New York Knicks

Miles McBride - OUT (ankle)
Kevin McCullar Jr. - QUESTIONABLE (G-League)

Los Angeles Lakers

Bronny James - OUT (lower leg)
Austin Reaves - OUT (calf)
Adou Thiero - OUT (MCL sprain)

New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Lakers - Game Prediction

This season, the New York Knicks have scored 228.5 points in 23 games out of the 48 played. However, the Los Angeles Lakers have scored the same number of points in 29 out of 47 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Knicks boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson. Towns has delivered 20 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game this season. However, Brunson has averaged 27.6 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game.The Los Angeles Lakers, on the other hand, have efficient players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Doncic has averaged 33.7 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.8 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. James, on the other hand, delivered 21.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 6.6 assists per game.