On Wednesday, Forbes.com released its annual NBA franchise valuations, placing the Lakers as the league's second-most valuable franchise, worth $2.7 billion.
The Lakers reportedly have $304 million in annual revenue and an operating income of $133.4 million -- the latter is highest in the league ahead of the Knicks' $108.9 million. New York has slightly higher revenue at $307 million a year.
The Knicks top the list with a $3.0-billion valuation, jumping from $2.5 billion last season to overtake the Lakers. Last season, Forbes estimated the Lakers were worth $2.6 billion.