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Knicks vs. Bulls prediction: New York to win, Jalen Brunson projected for big game in Friday's NBA matchup [10/31/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls predictions for NBA Friday.
The Chicago Bulls will take on the New York Knicks in NBA action at United Center on Friday, beginning at 8:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Knicks vs. Bulls game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Bulls lineup will feature players like Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis and Nikola Vucevic, while the Knicks will rely on Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Knicks vs. Bulls prediction: Who will win, cover the spread?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA matchup between the Knicks and Bulls 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Knicks a 65% chance of beating the Bulls. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 118-114.
According to our model, the Bulls (+4.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 233.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Knicks vs. Bulls odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -4.5 (-115) | +4.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -194 | +165 |
| Total | o233.5 (-105) | u233.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Knicks vs. Bulls picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Bulls +4.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Knicks | -194 |
| Total | Under 233.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Bulls +4.5 at the spread.
Knicks vs. Bulls player props
NBA prop bets are an enjoyable way to wager on the Knicks vs. Bulls game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at United Center.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 27 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists, while Josh Giddey is projected to have 17 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for the Bulls.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every game this season.
Knicks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Knicks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 27 | 3 | 7 | 3 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 23 | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| OG Anunoby | 17 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Mikal Bridges | 16 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Jordan Clarkson | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Bulls prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Bulls:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Giddey | 17 | 9 | 7 | 1 |
| Matas Buzelis | 16 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 16 | 9 | 3 | 2 |
| Tre Jones | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 11 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
Knicks vs. Bulls game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Bulls and Knicks at United Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Chicago Bulls
- Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with a 65% win probability, will likely beat the Bulls on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Bulls insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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