Chicago Bulls at New York Knicks Picks and Prediction for Sunday, November 2, 2025
The undefeated Chicago Bulls (5-0, 1-0 Away) head to Madison Square Garden on Sunday to face the New York Knicks (2-3, 2-0 Home) at 7:00 PM ET. Chicago looks to extend its strong start after taking down these same Knicks 135-125 on Friday night. The Knicks return home desperate to stop a three-game slide following that road loss. Clean angles only: NBA predictions for the Chicago Bulls at the New York Knicks.
Chicago Keeps Rolling Behind Giddey and Vucevic
Chicago enters this matchup as the only unbeaten team left in the Eastern Conference. The Bulls' 5-0 record includes wins over Detroit, Orlando, Atlanta, Sacramento, and New York. The Bulls are averaging 122.8 points per game on 50.3 percent shooting, showing how the offense has clicked through the first two weeks. Ball movement has been exceptional, averaging 30.6 assists per game, which has made them unpredictable.
The Bulls’ latest win over New York was led by Josh Giddey, who scored a career-high 32 points to go with 10 rebounds and nine assists. Nikola Vucevic added 26 points, controlling the paint against a physical Knicks frontcourt, while Ayo Dosunmu came off the bench to score 22 points with nine assists. Chicago’s interior passing and three-point shooting, 17 made threes at 53.6 percent, overwhelmed New York’s defense. The Bulls built a 19-point halftime lead and never trailed after the opening minutes.
Defensively, Chicago has played much better than in past seasons, holding opponents below 114 points in four of five games. They’ve been quick to close on shooters and effective on the boards, averaging 46.8 rebounds. The team’s play on both ends continues to improve their confidence.
Injuries: The Bulls list Coby White (G) as out until November 4 and forward Zach Collins as out until November 16. G Ayo Dosumnu (quad) is ?
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Knicks Rely on Brunson to Spark a Response
The Knicks began the season with wins at home over Boston and Cleveland, but three straight road losses have exposed issues on the defensive end. The Knicks return to Madison Square Garden averaging 113.4 points per game on 42.4 percent shooting. While the offense has been steady, New York’s defense has allowed 120 points per game during the losing streak, including 135 in the loss to Chicago. The challenge now is regaining control on defense and improving shot selection.
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
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| 1 |  Ricky Tran | +952.00 |
| 2 |  Mike Lundin | +376.00 |
| 3 |  Brick Haus Sports | +300.00 |
| 4 |  Bruce Marshall | +247.00 |
| 5 |  Ben Burns | +190.00 |
Jalen Brunson continues to be the focal point of the offense, averaging 31.2 points per game while shooting 48.2 percent from the field and 82.5 percent from the line. He scored 29 points against the Bulls, helping spark a comeback attempt in the fourth quarter. OG Anunoby added 26 points with four three-pointers, and Mikal Bridges contributed 23. Karl-Anthony Towns produced 22 points and 10 rebounds despite playing through a quad strain. This starting group has been productive offensively, but they’ve struggled to string together defensive stops, especially on transition.
New York must control the boards. The Knicks are slightly ahead of Chicago in rebounding, averaging 47.4 per game, but turnovers and poor three-point defense have neutralized that advantage. In Friday’s meeting, the Knicks gave up 17 threes and 30 assists. The Knicks rank eighth in Adjusted Defensive rating according to DunksandThrees.com.
Injuries: New York does not report any significant injuries. Having the full roster available is an advantage.
Chicago Bulls at New York Knicks Pick
Spread Pick for Bulls vs. Knicks
- Chicago Bulls +2 (4 Units)
Chicago’s play on both ends makes them a strong pick as an underdog. The Bulls have covered easily in each of the last five wins, and the offense is operating at top speed. They’re averaging nearly 123 points per game and shooting above 50 percent from the floor. The balanced scoring across Giddey, Vucevic, and Dosunmu keeps defenses from keying on one player. New York, meanwhile, has dropped three straight by at least six points, and the defense has allowed 123 or more in each of those games. Even with the Knicks’ home success, Chicago’s current form and passing ability (30.6 assists per game) give them the upper hand. The Bulls’ shooting and solid defense should keep them in control throughout.
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rob Vincilleti | +1,502.00 |
| 2 |  Pro Sports Picks | +1,421.00 |
| 3 | Brick Haus Sports | +634.00 |
| 4 |  David Delano | +492.00 |
| 5 |  Michael Briggs | +355.00 |
Over/Under Pick for Bulls vs. Knicks
- Over 235.5 (5 Units)
The first meeting between these teams hit 260 points, and both sides continue to rely heavily on perimeter offense. Chicago made 17 threes last game, and New York’s 18-for-45 shooting from deep indicates the pace and number of shots will stay high. The Bulls average nearly 123 points, and New York has topped 110 in four of five contests. Chicago ranks 9th in pace of play. Neither team’s defense has been consistent; Chicago allows 113.4 per game, while the Knicks give up 121. The combination of high tempo, strong offense, and several shots from deep for both squads will lead to a shootout. Expect both backcourts to push the pace early, with the total comfortably clearing the number.
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