The Lakers watched LeBron James score 22 points inside Madison Square Garden. But was it the last time facing the Knicks?

Playoff contenders go toe-to-toe at the World’s Most Famous Arena on Sunday night, with Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks set to host LeBron James, Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.

The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James face the New York Knicks on Sunday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

The Lakers had their chances, but the Knicks controlled the game in the moments that mattered most. Luka Doncic did everything he could to keep Los Angeles within striking distance, stuffing the stat sheet and carrying the offensive burden for long stretches.

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Miles McBride has been downgraded from questionable to out for the Knicks' game on Tuesday at the Milwaukee Bucks, the team announced. This is the second-straight game the guard missed due to personal reasons. He was out for Sunday's loss against the Miami Heat.

The buzz around Madison Square Garden was palpable as the New York Knicks took on the Los Angeles Lakers in a highly anticipated NBA showdown. But it wasn’t just the hardwood action that had fans and paparazzi abuzz.

The NBA trade deadline is quickly approaching and the Los Angeles Lakers appear to be a playoff contender in the Western Conference.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James will miss Sunday’s game with the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden due to soreness in his lower left leg.