Chicago Bulls (22-33) vs. NY Knicks (36-18)
February 20, 2025 7:30 pm EDT
The Line: NY Knicks -12.5; Over/Under: 243
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The Chicago Bulls and NY Knicks meet Thursday in NBA action at Madison Square Garden. Here’s a Knicks vs Bulls Prediction. This article will include a Knicks vs Bulls Pick.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Pistons and Warriors, and they play the Suns, 76ers, and Clippers next. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116 points on 46.4 percent shooting and allowing 120.7 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Nikola Vucevic is averaging 19.1 points and 10.3 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 18.2 points and 4.5 assists. Ayo Dosunmu is the third double-digit scorer and Josh Giddey is grabbing 7.1 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks beat the Pacers and Hawks, and they play the Cavs, Celtics, and 76ers next. The NY Knicks are averaging 118.4 points on 49.5 percent shooting and allowing 112.5 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.1 points and 2.8 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.7 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 80.7 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won each of their last nine home games on the first leg of a back-to-back.
- The Bulls have lost eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
- The favorites have covered the spread in each of the Bulls’ last four games.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The Bulls have won seven of their last eight games as road underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
- The Knicks have lost each of their last four games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a win.
- The road team has covered the spread in each of the Knicks’ last six games.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Knicks rank 1st in the league for opponent rebounds per game this season (41.2).
- The Knicks rank 30th in the league for blocks per game this season (3.8).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for free throws made per game this season (15.2).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (19.0).
Knicks vs Bulls Injury Report
The Knicks will be without Pacome Dadiet, Michael Robinson, OG Anunoby, Kevin McCullar Jr., and Josh Hart.
The Bulls will be without Patrick Williams and EJ Liddell.
Knicks vs Bulls Prediction
I don’t want to back the Chicago Bulls as much as the next guy, and a Knicks blowout would surprise nobody. However, this is a lot of points for two teams that haven’t played in a week. There’s potential rust on the line, and it’s also a look-ahead spot for the Knicks with the Cavs on deck. Also, the Bulls are 2-0 SU and ATS against the Knicks this season. The underdog has also covered eight of the last 10 games between the Bulls and Knicks. The Bulls have 12 wins on the road this season, and the Knicks have seen 10 of their 18 losses come at home. I’ll take a shot with the Bulls and the boatload of points.
