New York Knicks vs. Chicago Bulls Preview, Betting Odds & Prediction
The New York Knicks (2-3) are favored to end their three-game losing streak when they host the undefeated Chicago Bulls (5-0) at Madison Square Garden. The game tips off at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 2, 2025, and will be broadcast on CHSN and MSG.
Knicks vs. Bulls Odds
- Knicks odds to win: -260
- Bulls odds to win: +215
- Point spread: Knicks (-7.5)
- Over/Under: 234.5
Game Time and Location
When: Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
Where: Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York
TV: CHSN and MSG
Knicks vs. Bulls Betting Trends and Records Against the Spread
The combined average points scored by the Knicks and Bulls is 1.7 points higher than the total of 234.5 set for this game. Opponents of both teams have averaged a combined 229.4 points per game, which is 5.1 points fewer than this matchup’s point total.
The average point total for Knicks games this year is 4.2 points below the over/under line, while the Bulls have averaged 2.4 points more than the 234.5 mark.
Currently, New York holds a 2-3-0 record against the spread this season, whereas the Bulls boast a perfect 5-0-0 ATS record.
Knicks Stats & Insights
The Knicks average 113.4 points per game (ranked 25th in the league) but allow 115.4 points per game (11th in the NBA). Their scoring differential stands at -10, with the team being outscored by an average of 2.0 points each game.
New York dominates the boards, outrebounding opponents by an average of 7.8 rebounds per game. They pull down 47.4 rebounds per contest (7th in the league) compared to 39.6 by their opponents.
On the perimeter, the Knicks make 15.4 three-pointers per game (6th highest in the NBA), while opponents average 15.6 made threes against them.
The Knicks offense produces 111.3 points per 100 possessions (19th in the league), and defensively they allow 114.0 points per 100 possessions (19th).
Bulls Stats & Insights
The Bulls have outscored opponents by 8.8 points per game, holding a +44 scoring differential overall. They put up 122.8 points per game (6th in the NBA), while allowing 114.0 points per contest (7th).
Chicago wins the rebounding battle by 5.8 boards on average, gathering 46.8 rebounds per game (9th in the league) compared to 41.0 by their opponents.
The Bulls knock down 13.6 three-pointers per game (15th in the league), which is 4.4 more made threes than their opponents. They shoot 40.2% from beyond the arc (6th best), while holding opponents to just 30.1%.
Offensively, the Bulls average 116.6 points per 100 possessions (6th), and the defense ranks 10th, allowing 110.4 points per 100 possessions.
Knicks Key Players to Watch
- Jalen Brunson: Leads the Knicks with 31.2 points and 5.4 assists per game.
- Karl-Anthony Towns: Adds 18.0 points, 12.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.0 block per game.
- OG Anunoby: Averages 3.2 three-pointers and 2.0 takeaways per game.
Bulls Key Players to Watch
- Josh Giddey: Leads Chicago with 22.0 points and 8.0 assists per game.
- Nikola Vucevic: Contributes 19.8 points, 12.0 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 2.2 threes per game.
- Tre Jones and Matas Buzelis: Defensive standouts, averaging 2.4 steals and 1.0 block per game, respectively.
Knicks vs. Bulls Prediction
- Pick Against the Spread (ATS): Bulls (+7.5)
- Pick Over/Under: Under 234.5
- Final Score Prediction: Bulls 118, Knicks 115
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