I question if Los Angeles will sustain its recent hot streak. NY hasn't fared well against good competition (12-15 straight-up vs .500 and above teams), which is why it's being overlooked tonight against the surging Lakers. With that said, I bet on the Knicks to win straight-up, as I see value in the contrarian angle. Los Angeles may have momentum, but it's not as if New York doesn't have competitive players and star talent. The NY ML is the way to go tonight in this East-West showdown!