New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Picks and Prediction for Wednesday October 28, 2026
The New York Knicks will travel to Chicago, Illinois, Wednesday night for an Eastern Conference matchup against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET and will be available on NBA League Pass. The New York Knicks come into Wednesday 1-3 this year following a 14-point home win over Detroit Tuesday night. Chicago comes into Wednesday night struggling this season with just one win through their first four games played, riding a 2-game skid after a blowout 35-point road loss to Boston last time out. New York comes into Wednesday at -7.5 and -270 on the money line. Chicago is a +220 and the total is 234.5. Stay in the news with our NBA Picks.
New York goes for 2 in a row
The New York Knicks are averaging just under 102 points on 41% shooting from the floor this season. Defensively, New York is allowing 105.3 points per game, but the Knicks allowed just 97 points Tuesday night in their first win of the season. Jalen Brunson is leading the New York offense this season, averaging 22.7 points and 3.7 assists per game. Karl-Anthony Towns is second on the roster with 21 points and leads the team, pulling in 12 rebounds per contest. OG Anunoby is averaging 17.3 points, and Josh Hart is fourth on the team, averaging 12.3 points per game.
Offensively, New York did the job Tuesday night, scoring 111 points, including 60 in the second half, on 43% shooting and 33% from beyond the arc. Defensively, New York was fantastic, giving up 97 points on 43% shooting. The Knicks won the rebounding battle by four and forced 14 turnovers in the win. Karl-Anthony Towns led the way for the New York offense with 27 points and 20 rebounds on 21 shots. Jalen Brunson added 23 points on 18 shots, and OG Anunoby scored 13 points in 36 minutes. Landry Shamet led the way off the New York bench with 13 points on eight shots in 28 minutes.
Key Injury Report for New York:
- Jose Alvarado (Out) - Ankle
Chicago looks to get going
The Chicago Bulls offense has been mediocre this season, averaging 110.8 points on 41% shooting. Defensively, Chicago has been terrible, allowing 129.5 points per game this season, including an average of 134.3 points per game during its three losses. Caleb Wilson is leading the Chicago offense this season with 21 points per game. Norman Powell is second on the team, averaging 19.5 points, and Matas Buzelis is third on the roster, averaging 14 points per game. Jalen Smith is averaging 12.5 points and leads Chicago, pulling in 7.5 rebounds per game. Josh Giddey is averaging seven points and leads the team, dishing out 7.2 assists per contest.
The Chicago offense struggled immensely in its last outing, scoring just 99 points on 39% shooting and 27% from beyond the arc. Defensively, Chicago was outmatched, giving up 134 points on 49% shooting and 48% from the outside. Norman Powell led the Chicago offense with 20 points on 11 shots in 24 minutes. Caleb Wilson added 17 points on 15 shots, and Josh Giddey chipped in 11 points in 24 minutes.
Key Injury Report for Chicago:
- Patrick Williams (GTD) – Groin
- Nic Claxton (Out) – Hamstring
New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Picks and Prediction
Pick: New York Knicks -7.5
New York has struggled to find its rhythm early in the season, but Wednesday provides a favorable opportunity for the Knicks to get their offense moving in the right direction following a good showing on Tuesday. Jalen Brunson should have opportunities to attack Chicago's perimeter defense, while Karl-Anthony Towns gives New York another scoring option capable of creating mismatches around the basket. The Knicks must improve their shooting efficiency and avoid extended scoring droughts that have hurt them in recent outings. Chicago has shown the ability to put points on the board, but its defensive inconsistencies could become a problem against a New York team with several proven offensive weapons. Look for the Knicks to put together a more complete offensive performance and pick up a much-needed road victory.
Pick: Over 234.5
Chicago's defensive struggles could lead to plenty of scoring opportunities for New York throughout this matchup. The Bulls have allowed opponents to find success attacking the paint and generating open looks, which should benefit Brunson and Towns. On the other side, New York hasn't been particularly sharp defensively to open the season, leaving Chicago with opportunities to score in transition and attack before the Knicks can establish their half-court defense. Both teams have enough offensive talent to produce consistent scoring stretches, and an increase in possessions could push this matchup toward a higher total. Expect both offenses to have success as the game progresses, with New York doing enough to pull away late.
Final Picks: New York Knicks -7.5 and Over 234.5
Preview completed prior to stats update from gameplay on Tuesday