- Matchup: New York Knicks vs. Chicago Bulls
- Event Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
- Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: CHSN
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On Friday, the Chicago Bulls (4-0) will host the New York Knicks (2-2) at the United Center.
In their latest encounter, the Knicks faced off against the Bucks but fell short with a score of 121-111. New York posted a field goal percentage of 42.4% (39 of 92) and converted 13 of their 40 three-point attempts. At the charity stripe, the Knicks successfully hit 20 of 23 free throws for an impressive percentage of 87.0%. They secured a total of 44 rebounds, including 10 offensive boards, while also recording 24 assists, forcing 13 turnovers, and achieving 9 steals. Defensively, the Knicks allowed their opponents to shoot 54.4% from the field, as the Bucks connected on 43 of 79 shots. Milwaukee dished out 27 assists and accumulated 7 steals throughout the game. Additionally, they captured 46 rebounds (9 offensive, 37 defensive) and blocked 2 shots. Milwaukee finished the night with an 87.5% success rate from the free-throw line, sinking 21 of 24 attempts, and made 14 of 34 shots from beyond the arc. Both teams finished with 21 personal fouls.
Jalen Brunson was a standout performer in that game, achieving 56.0% shooting from the field along with 3 assists. Over 35 minutes, he recorded 4 rebounds and totaled an impressive 36 points on 14 out of 25 shooting.
The Knicks head into this matchup with a season record of 2-2. They average 15.8 turnovers per game while committing 21.3 personal fouls. Collectively, the Knicks secure 49.5 rebounds per game and have delivered a total of 92 assists for the season, ranking 28th in the NBA. With a three-point shooting percentage of 33.0% (59 of 179) and converting 84.8% from the free-throw line, they score an average of 110.5 points per game (27th in NBA) with a field goal percentage of 40.6%.
Defensively, the Knicks create 15.0 turnovers per game and average 21.8 personal fouls. They rank 2nd in the league for assists given up to opponents, with 92 allowed this season. Opponents shoot 47.3% from the field against them (156 of 330) and the Knicks concede an average of 39.3 rebounds per game while allowing 37.9% on three-point shots, ranking 4th in opponent PPG at 110.5.
In their previous game, the Bulls claimed victory over the Kings with a score of 126-113. Chicago grabbed 31 defensive rebounds and 11 offensive boards, totaling 42 for the matchup. They turned the ball over 16 times while recording 6 steals. The Kings were called for 17 personal fouls, leading to 18 free-throw attempts for the Bulls, who converted 14 for a shooting percentage of 77.8%. From three-point range, Chicago hit 14 of 32 attempts (43.8%) and finished the game shooting 53.8% overall with 49 of 91 attempts made. The Bulls allowed the Kings to connect on 52.4% of their field-goal attempts, as Sacramento made 43 of 82 shots, and finished 25.0% from beyond the arc on 7 of 28 attempts while going 20 of 26 from the free-throw line (76.9%). On the boards, the Bulls allowed Sacramento to grab 52 rebounds overall (18 offensive).
Matas Buzelis was instrumental for the Bulls in this game, hitting 11 of 18 shots for a field goal percentage of 61.1%, adding 5 rebounds. He scored 27 points over 34 minutes, also contributing 2 assists during the match.
With a 4-0 record this season, the Bulls excel offensively, shooting 49.6% from the field, which ranks 7th in the league. Chicago has tallied 479 total points this year, averaging 119.8 points per game while securing 48.3 rebounds per game. They distribute assists at a rate of 30.5 per game (2nd in the league) and average 18.0 turnovers per game. The Bulls commit about 22.3 personal fouls per game and convert 78.0% of their free throw attempts.
Defensively, the Bulls rank 6th in the NBA by allowing 111.3 points per game. They force their opponents into 11.5 turnovers per game and limit shooting to 46.4% from the field (13th in NBA). Opponents connect on 25.9% of their three-point attempts (28 of 108), and free-throw shooting against them stands at 75.2%. They allow an average of 25.3 assists and 41.5 rebounds per game, ranking 12th and 9th in the NBA, respectively.
What’s the prediction for tonight’s parlay?
Prediction: Bet on Chicago and the under for total points
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