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Knicks vs Lakers Final: 111-96 - Recap
New York got 34 points and 10 rebounds from Julius Randle en route to a 111-96 victory over Los Angeles on Monday at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks were a -1.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 206.0.
Elfrid Payton had 20 points for New York and Derrick Rose chipped in with 14 points. Julius Randle had 4 assists for the Knicks, while Taj Gibson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
The Lakers got a 21-point performance from Dennis Schroder, who was supported by 17 points from Markieff Morris. Dennis Schroder had 6 assists in a losing cause for Los Angeles, while Andre Drummond grabbed 10 rebounds.
New York led at halftime, 55-52.
New York had a 47-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pelicans. The Lakers will aim to get back on the winning track at Charlotte.