Lakers prove against Knicks they can achieve gritty defensive wins

Lakers prove against Knicks they can achieve gritty defensive wins

The Lakers have struggled against the NBA's best teams, but they showed a level of defensive stinginess against the Knicks that could serve them well.

Luka Doncic Praises Lakers' Defense In Win Over Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers had been looking for a signature win against a quality opponent, and they finally got one on Sunday afternoon with a wire-to-wire victory over the New York Knicks at home. As usual, Luka Doncic led the way with 35 points, but it was really the Lakers’ defense that won the game. They held one of the top offenses in the league to just 97 points, limiting them to 43% shooting while forcing 18 turnovers. It’s no secret that th…