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Bulls Defeat Knicks 135-125 in Competitive Matchup

New York Knicks
New York Knicks2-3
125
Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls5-0
135

Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · United Center

Chicago Bulls 135, New York Knicks 125, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls?

Chicago Bulls beat New York Knicks 135-125 at United Center on October 31, 2025.

The Chicago Bulls continued their impressive start to the season with a 135-125 victory over the New York Knicks at the United Center. This win marks the Bulls' sixth consecutive victory, bringing their home record to an unblemished 6-0. The Bulls have demonstrated a strong scoring ability, averaging 120.1 points over their last ten games, with a notable average of 120.2 points in their last five. Their defense has also been effective, allowing an average of 111.2 points in the same span.

In contrast, the Knicks have struggled recently, losing their last two games and holding a 2-3 record on the road. They have averaged 111.3 points in their last ten games, which is considerably lower than the Bulls, while allowing an average of 109.2 points. The Knicks' recent form shows a mixed performance with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they have not been able to find consistency, particularly on the road.

The Bulls came into this game with a series lead of 1-0 against the Knicks for the season, having previously defeated them 139-126 on January 5, 2025. Their recent victory adds to their dominance in this matchup, as they have won two of the last three meetings overall.

In terms of injuries, both teams had players listed as day-to-day. The Bulls had Dailyn Swain (wrist), Zach Collins (toe), Josh Giddey (ankle), and Rob Dillingham (wrist) all uncertain for the game. The Knicks were dealing with similar issues, as Mohamed Diawara (finger) and Jalen Brunson (wrist) were also day-to-day. The impact of these injuries could be significant, particularly for the Bulls, who rely on their depth to maintain their scoring and defensive efforts.

As for the betting market, the Bulls were heavily favored to win, with a home win probability of 1.0 according to the latest odds. This reflects their strong home performance and recent form, making them the clear favorites against a Knicks team that has been struggling to find its footing.

The game itself featured a competitive fourth quarter, with both teams exchanging leads and scoring opportunities. Key plays included free throws from Tre Jones and Jalen Brunson, as well as a driving layup from Brunson that kept the Knicks within striking distance. However, the Bulls maintained their composure, with Kevin Huerter contributing crucial points, including a seven-foot shot that extended their lead.

Overall, this matchup showcased the Bulls' offensive prowess and solidified their position as one of the teams to watch in the early part of the season. The Knicks will need to regroup and address their recent struggles if they hope to turn their season around.

Injury report

  • Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
  • Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
  • Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
  • Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
  • Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
  • Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks

Leaders

  • PointsJosh Giddey32Chicago Bulls
  • AssistsJosh Giddey9Chicago Bulls
  • ReboundsJosh Giddey10Chicago Bulls
  • PointsJalen Brunson29New York Knicks
  • AssistsJalen Brunson7New York Knicks
  • ReboundsMitchell Robinson11New York Knicks

Recent form

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 9-1Streak W7120.1 scored · 111.2 allowed per game6-0 at home

  • W126-113vs Sacramento KingsOct 30
  • W128-123vs Atlanta HawksOct 28
  • W110-98at Orlando MagicOct 25
  • W115-111vs Detroit PistonsOct 23
  • W122-102at Philadelphia 76ersApr 13
  • W119-89vs Washington WizardsApr 12
  • W119-111vs Miami HeatApr 10
  • L113-135at Cleveland CavaliersApr 8
  • W131-117at Charlotte HornetsApr 6
  • W118-113vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 5

New York Knicks

Last 10: 5-5Streak L2111.3 scored · 109.2 allowed per game2-3 away

  • L111-121at Milwaukee BucksOct 29
  • L107-115at Miami HeatOct 26
  • W105-95vs Boston CelticsOct 24
  • W119-111vs Cleveland CavaliersOct 22
  • W113-105at Brooklyn NetsApr 13
  • L102-108vs Cleveland CavaliersApr 11
  • L106-115at Detroit PistonsApr 10
  • L117-119vs Boston CelticsApr 8
  • W112-98vs Phoenix SunsApr 6
  • W121-105at Atlanta HawksApr 5

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Boston-26W2.68356
New York329L1.64653
Toronto1036W1.56146
Philadelphia1137W2.54945
Brooklyn3662L3.24420
Detroit-22W3.73260
Cleveland830W1.63452
Milwaukee2850L1.39032
Chicago2951L2.37831
Indiana4163L2.23219

Box score

StatNew York KnicksChicago Bulls
Field goals45-9145-84
Field goal %4954
Three-pointers18-4517-37
Three-point %4046
Free throws17-2328-35
Free throw %7480
Rebounds3941
Offensive rebounds126
Defensive rebounds2735
Assists2731
Steals38
Blocks56
Turnovers127
Team turnovers02
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers2512
Fast-break points79
Points in the paint3854
Fouls2522
Largest lead822

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter90-100Ayo Dosunmu makes driving layup
  2. 4th Quarter93-100OG Anunoby makes dunk
  3. 4th Quarter94-100Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 2
  4. 4th Quarter95-100Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 2 of 2
  5. 4th Quarter95-102Josh Giddey makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
  6. 4th Quarter95-103Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
  7. 4th Quarter95-104Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
  8. 4th Quarter98-104Landry Shamet makes 25-foot three pointer (Miles McBride assists)
  9. 4th Quarter99-104OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
  10. 4th Quarter99-106Matas Buzelis makes 1-foot two point shot
  11. 4th Quarter101-106Mikal Bridges makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
  12. 4th Quarter101-109Jalen Smith makes 26-foot three point jumper (Matas Buzelis assists)
  13. 4th Quarter104-109Mikal Bridges makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
  14. 4th Quarter104-110Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 1 of 2
  15. 4th Quarter104-111Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 2 of 2
  16. 4th Quarter104-112Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 4th Quarter104-113Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 4th Quarter107-113Miles McBride makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mikal Bridges assists)
  19. 4th Quarter110-113OG Anunoby makes 24-foot three point jumper (Miles McBride assists)
  20. 4th Quarter110-115Josh Giddey makes driving layup (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
  21. 4th Quarter113-115OG Anunoby makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
  22. 4th Quarter113-118Ayo Dosunmu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Patrick Williams assists)
  23. 4th Quarter113-120Nikola Vucevic makes 2-foot two point shot (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
  24. 4th Quarter116-120Mikal Bridges makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
  25. 4th Quarter116-121Nikola Vucevic makes free throw 2 of 2
  26. 4th Quarter116-123Nikola Vucevic makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Josh Giddey assists)
  27. 4th Quarter116-125Nikola Vucevic makes 2-foot two point shot (Josh Giddey assists)
  28. 4th Quarter116-126Nikola Vucevic makes free throw 1 of 1
  29. 4th Quarter116-128Josh Giddey makes layup (Nikola Vucevic assists)
  30. 4th Quarter118-128Miles McBride makes 1-foot two point shot (Karl-Anthony Towns assists)
  31. 4th Quarter120-128Jalen Brunson makes driving layup
  32. 4th Quarter120-129Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter120-130Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
  34. 4th Quarter121-130Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter121-131Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter121-132Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
  37. 4th Quarter123-132Jalen Brunson makes driving layup
  38. 4th Quarter123-134Kevin Huerter makes 7-foot two point shot (Josh Giddey assists)
  39. 4th Quarter123-135Kevin Huerter makes free throw 1 of 1
  40. 4th Quarter125-135OG Anunoby makes driving layup

Win probability

Above the line favours Chicago Bulls, below favours New York Knicks.

Venue

  • United CenterChicago, IL
  • Attendance18330
  • OfficialsSean Wright, Andy Nagy, Matt Kallio

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