The Lakers had a tough task with Davis out, as Karl-Anthony Towns has proven to be an elite force in his first season since being traded to the Knicks. Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby add more two-way threats, while Brunson is their top scorer.

The Los Angeles Lakers earned a 134-96 victory against the Washington Wizards on Thursday. LA will battle a much more challenging opponent on Saturday, however, as the Lakers prepare to play the New York Knicks on the road. JJ Redick provided two important injury updates ahead of the Knicks game, via Dave McMenamin of ESPN.

The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to keep up their good play in recent weeks. They have won five of their last six games, which is exactly what they want to see before the trade deadline. Los Angeles is in a position where they can make a move before the deadline to give them an extra boost to become a true contender to win the NBA title.

The Los Angeles Lakers head to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks in a non-conference matchup. The Lakers are 27-19, which puts the team in fifth place in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 32-16, which puts the team in third place in the Eastern Conference.