New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Prediction & Picks - NBA
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by Erik Gibbs | in NBA Picks
The Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks face off once again on Sunday night at Madison Square Garden in the second game of their early-season home-and-home series. The Bulls come in as one of the hottest teams in the NBA, riding a perfect 5–0 record after a 135–125 victory over the Knicks on Friday in Chicago. That win not only kept the Bulls undefeated but also solidified their position atop the Central Division. Chicago's offense was firing on all cylinders in that contest, with several players contributing to a balanced scoring effort that overwhelmed New York's defense.
The Knicks, on the other hand, have cooled off considerably since their promising 2–0 start. After dropping games to the Bucks, Heat, and now the Bulls, they have lost three straight and are in danger of a fourth consecutive defeat if they can't make adjustments. Friday's loss exposed some familiar issues — inconsistent defense and a lack of ball movement in key stretches.
New York's offense has leaned heavily on Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, but without more consistent contributions from the supporting cast, the Knicks have struggled to keep pace with faster, sharper offenses.
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New York Knicks against Chicago Bulls : Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
J. Brunson
K. Towns
O. Anunoby
M. Bridges
J. Giddey
T. Jones
M. Buzelis
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M. McBride
T. Kolek
J. Clarkson
J. Hart
L. Shamet
M. Diawara
P. Dadiet
G. Yabusele
D. Terry
J. Carter
A. Dosunmu
P. Williams
J. Phillips
New York Knicks - Chicago Bulls Key Points
- The Bulls are 7-0 in their last 7 games as underdogs after winning as underdogs
- The Knicks are 1-5 in their last six games as favorites vs. Central Division teams
- The Bulls are 8-0 ATS in their last 8 games vs. Atlantic Division teams
- The Knicks are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games as favorites vs. Central Division teams
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Our New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
Chicago's early form has been built on efficient scoring, crisp passing, and depth. Even with key players out, the Bulls have managed to maintain cohesion. Coby White remains sidelined, while Ayo Dosunmu is listed as questionable heading into this matchup. Despite those absences, the Bulls have been able to rely on strong team chemistry and a next-man-up mentality that has defined their unbeaten start. Their offensive rhythm, combined with timely defensive stops, has helped them win both high-scoring battles and close contests.
For the Knicks, the injury report lists Mitchell Robinson as questionable due to injury management. His potential absence would further weaken New York's interior defense and rebounding — two areas Chicago exploited effectively in the previous game. Head coach Mike Brown will be hoping his team can feed off the home crowd and show better defensive discipline to slow down Chicago's perimeter shooters.
This rematch presents a clear test of New York's resilience. While Madison Square Garden provides a strong home-court advantage, the Bulls' current momentum and balanced approach make them difficult to bet against. Chicago has been sharper offensively, more consistent in execution, and confident in late-game situations. If the Bulls can control the tempo and maintain their unselfish ball movement, they are well-positioned to extend their undefeated streak and notch another statement win — this time on the road against a Knicks squad still searching for answers. Our prediction for the New York Knicks vs. Chicago Bulls: Under 231.5 points.
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