| MATCHUP | New York Knicks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 36-21 | 24-33 |
| Spread | -10.5 -102 | +10.5 -118 |
| Moneyline | -455 | +350 |
| Total | Over 231.5 (-115) | Under 231.5 (-105) |
| Where | United Center, Chicago, IL | |
| When | Sunday, February 22, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | CHSN | |
The NY Knicks and Chicago Bulls meet Sunday in NBA action at the United Center. Here’s a New York Knicks vs. Chicago Bulls prediction. This article will include a New York Knicks vs. Chicago Bulls pick.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks beat the Rockets and lost to the Pistons, and they play the Cavs next. The Knicks have won 11 of their last 14 games.
The NY Knicks are averaging 118 points on 47.2 percent shooting and allowing 111.9 points on 45.9 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 27 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 19.8 points and 2.9 assists. OG Anunoby is the third double-digit scorer, and Mikal Bridges is dishing 4.1 assists. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79 percent from the free-throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.3 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Raptors and Pistons, and they play the Hornets next. The Bulls have lost 8 straight games.
The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116.8 points on 47.1 percent shooting and allowing 120.6 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Josh Giddey is averaging 18.6 points and 8.6 rebounds, while Collin Sexton is averaging 17.7 points and 2 assists. Anfernee Simons is the third double-digit scorer, and Matas Buzelis is grabbing 5.4 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.7 rebounds per game.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The Knicks have lost 12 of their last 13 road games on the second leg of a back-to-back against the Bulls.
- The underdogs have won five of the last six games between the Knicks and Bulls at United Center.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games against Central Division opponents.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in five of their last six games as underdogs against the Knicks.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Bulls have lost each of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Knicks have won each of their last eight Sunday games.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The road team has covered the spread in each of the Knicks’ last five games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Bulls’ last four games as home underdogs against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Six of the Knicks’ last seven games as favorites against the Bulls have gone OVER the total points line.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Josh Giddey is one of only three players in the league to be leading his team for points, rebounds and assists this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Josh Hart is the only player to have recorded a triple-double off the bench this season.
- OG Anunoby ranks 6th amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.7) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bulls rank 2nd in the league for Q3 points per game this season (30.8).
- The Bulls rank 29th in the league for Q3 opponent points per game this season (31.1).
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for three-point percentage this season (37.6%).
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for Q4 opponent points per game this season (26.0).
New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Injury Report
The Bulls will be without Noa Essengue and Zach Collins. Jaden Ivey is questionable.
Miles McBride is out for the Knicks.
New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
Both teams are on the end of a back-to-back; I’d usually give the edge to the home team that doesn’t have to travel. However, the Bulls have lost 8 straight games and are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games. As I’ve said before, the Bulls have zero betting value until they get their act together. Since January 25, the Bulls have cashed one ticket. The Bulls aren’t making anybody any money right now. Until that changes, they’re an automatic fade. Give me the Knicks in a Sunday beatdown.