The New York Knicks (15-13) will play the Chicago Bulls (11-16) for the second time in as many games on Friday night. The latest odds favor the Bulls.
New York held off Chicago in overtime for a 128-120 win on Wednesday night. Julius Randle continued his hot streak with 31 points (8-of-19) to go with 13 rebounds and seven assists. Jalen Brunson, who was listed as questionable going into the matchup with a foot contusion, had 30 points (11-of-21) and seven assists.
Brunson and Quentin Grimes hit a few tough shots for the Knicks down the stretch, which of course includes Brunson dropping Alex Caruso and hitting a dagger with less than 30 seconds left to play in overtime.
With trade rumors surrounding the Bulls, DeMar DeRozan scored a game-high 32 points (8-of-18) and Zach LaVine came alive in the second half and finished with 25 (11-of-23). Chicago’s last two games have resulted in overtime losses.
Will New York manage to win its sixth game in a row? Or will Chicago get revenge on the Knicks?
New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Odds, Spread, Over/Under
The latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook have New York as the +2.5 underdog. The Knicks are +118 on the moneyline and the Bulls are -138. The over/under is set for 225.5 points.
Knicks Projected Starting Lineup Tonight
- Jalen Brunson
- Quentin Grimes
- RJ Barrett
- Julius Randle
- Mitchell Robinson
Knicks Injury Report
Obi Toppin (knee) is out and Ryan Arciadiacono (ankle) is listed as questionable for New York.
New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
This will be an interesting game considering that both teams faced each other only two nights ago. The main question entering Wednesday’s game was Brunson’s availability, but after getting off to a slow start, he got hot.
The Bulls have struggled to get something going, and even though they managed to force overtime after being down by double-digits earlier in the game, it’s hard to be confident in Chicago’s abilities right now. Meanwhile, New York has flipped a switch and is performing like a playoff team.
While this could be a game that the Bulls steal, the momentum is in the Knicks’ hands.
New York 116, Chicago 109
What channel is the New York Knicks game on?
The New York-Chicago game won’t be broadcast on national television, but it will be available on MSG Network. The tip-off is slated for 8:00 p.m. ET.
New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Live Stream
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Knicks Next Game and Upcoming Schedule
New York will play one more game on the road before returning to MSG for a four-game homestand.
Dec. 18 at Indiana
Dec. 20 vs Golden State
Dec. 21 vs Toronto
Dec. 23 vs Chicago
Dec. 25 vs Philadelphia
Who says no to three-team trade idea? The Knicks do!
The New York Knicks are yet again a throw-in on a three-team trade. They absolutely say no to this trade adding nothing but flotsam to the roster.
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.