The Los Angeles Lakers vs. the New York Knicks is gearing up to be one of the most exciting NBA games of the week. Tipping off at Crytpo.com Arena in Los Angeles, LeBron James and Luka Dončić will defend their home court against Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.

That game saw the absence of Karl-Anthony Towns, who missed the contest ... though both Luka Doncic (knee) and LeBron James (foot) are listed as probable for Thursday’s game.

The New York Knicks have looked like one of the better teams during the 2024-25 NBA season after acquiring center Karl-Anthony Towns and forward Mikal Bridges over the Summer. On Tuesday, the Knicks will be looking for their fourth-straight win,

Karl-Anthony Towns didn't play for the New York Knicks against Golden State on Tuesday night because of personal reasons, and coach Tom Thibodeau wasn't sure if the All-Star center would be with the team on its upcoming trip.