New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/31

The New York Knicks will take on the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Friday, October 31, 2025. The game starts at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on CHSN. The Knicks have a 2-2 record, while the Bulls are off to a strong start with a 4-0 record.

The Knicks are led by head coach Mike Brown and are ranked seventh in the Eastern Conference. Jalen Brunson is a key player, averaging 31.8 points per game. The Bulls, under head coach Billy Donovan, hold the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Nikola Vučević is a standout player for the Bulls, with 18.2 points and 13.2 rebounds per game. Both teams aim to make a strong impression early in the season.

Knicks vs Bulls Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: New York Knicks vs. Chicago Bulls
• Venue: United Center
• Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
• Betting Odds: Knicks Spread -4.0 (-110), Bulls Spread +4.0 (-111), Knicks MoneyLine -175, Bulls MoneyLine +148, Over/Under 234.5 (-110)

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks are gearing up for their next game with a few key players leading the charge. Jalen Brunson has been a standout performer, averaging 31.8 points per game. His scoring ability will be crucial as the Knicks aim to improve their recent performance.

In recent games, the Knicks have struggled with shooting accuracy. Their field goal percentage sits at 40.6%, ranking them near the bottom of the league. Despite this, they excel at rebounding, securing 49.5 rebounds per game, which places them third in the league.

Injuries may impact the Knicks’ performance, but some players are expected to play. Karl-Anthony Towns is probable with a quad strain, while Guerschon Yabusele is dealing with a knee sprain. Mitchell Robinson’s availability is uncertain due to an ankle injury.

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls have started the season strong with a few recent wins. They beat the Sacramento Kings 126-113 at home. Josh Giddey, Nikola Vučević, and Matas Buzelis were key players in this game, with Giddey scoring 20 points and Vučević grabbing 14 rebounds.

Offensively, the Bulls are ranked 11th in points per game with 119.8. They rank 6th in field goal percentage at 49.6%. This shows they are efficient with their shots, even though they don’t take as many as other teams.

On defense, the Bulls allow only 111.2 points per game, which is 6th best. They are especially good at defending three-point shots, allowing the fewest made and attempted per game. With injuries to Zach Collins and Coby White, other players will need to step up.

BTB Betting Pick

The Knicks are favored by 4 points against the Bulls. The Knicks average 110.5 points per game and allow the same, while the Bulls score 119.8 and allow 111.2. The Knicks’ strong defense, allowing the fewest field goal attempts, suggests they can cover the spread. I recommend taking the Knicks -4.0.

The total for the game is set at 234.5 points. The Knicks’ games average 221 total points, and the Bulls’ games average 231. The Knicks’ defense, ranked 5th in points allowed, and the Bulls’ 6th rank suggest a lower scoring game. Therefore, I recommend betting on the Under 234.5.