Overview

• LeBron James recorded his 10th triple-double of the season with 33 points, 12 assists, and 11 rebounds in the Lakers' win at Madison Square Garden.
• The Lakers, playing without Anthony Davis due to an abdominal strain, relied on a collective effort, including 27 points from Austin Reaves and 21 from Rui Hachimura.
• Josh Hart notched a triple-double for the Knicks with 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists, but New York struggled without OG Anunoby, who exited with a foot sprain in the third quarter.
• The Lakers improved to 28-19, maintaining their fifth-place position in the Western Conference, while the Knicks fell to 32-17.
• The Lakers showcased strong ball movement and defensive discipline, making 19 three-pointers and outscoring the Knicks 37-23 in the fourth quarter.