The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Los Angeles Lakers (Steve) at 1.22 — an implied 76% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Los Angeles Lakers (Steve): closed 1.22 (76%)
• New York Knicks (Kyle): closed 3.80 (24%)

New York Knicks (Kyle) v Los Angeles Lakers (Steve) — previous meetings

• 2026-08-17New York Knicks (Kyle) 70-83 Los Angeles Lakers (Steve)
• 2026-08-16New York Knicks (Kyle) 62-82 Los Angeles Lakers (Steve)
• 2026-08-14New York Knicks (Kyle) 76-90 Los Angeles Lakers (Steve)
• 2026-08-13New York Knicks (Kyle) 22-28 Los Angeles Lakers (Steve)
• 2026-08-12New York Knicks (Kyle) 72-73 Los Angeles Lakers (Steve)