New York Knicks @ Chicago Bulls Picks and Predictions - February 22nd 2026
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The schedule sends New York Knicks (53-29) to Chicago Bulls (31-51) at United Center on Monday, February 23, 2026. Knicks are listed by 9.5, with the total at 234.5. If the favourite lands the first long run, the spread can get stretched quickly.
Knicks have been winning more often lately, and that changes how the spread reads. The rest of the article keeps the focus on what matters to bettors: the side, the total, and the game details that can move either one, and if you want a quick sportsbook refresher before betting, our NBA sportsbooks guide is a useful place to compare books before you bet.
Betting lines for New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls
New York Knicks has a context-first setup here, and the last five read as last-five ATS: 2-3-0 with extra texture from average margin: 55. Use New York Knicks game lines for a reliable reference while the market finalizes closer to tip.
The home read leans not as much on one-game variance, and Chicago Bulls brings last-five ATS: 0-5-0 with a handy companion stat: last-five over-under: 4-1-0. If you are validating a late move, Chicago Bulls game lines offers a direct view that stays current.
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-9.5 -105 Top Usage% Leaders for New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls: Who Drives Possessions
The top usage role here is held by Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks), and the table below connects that to the box-score and shooting splits. Their short profile: Min 35, Usage% 30.6, 26 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 6.8 APG, TS% 58, eFG% 53.3, +/- 4.8, and TO/G 2.4.
New York Knicks lists Jalen Brunson (30.6), Karl-Anthony Towns (26.1), and Jordan Clarkson (21.3), and Chicago Bulls lists Coby White (27.3), Collin Sexton (26.3), and Josh Giddey (24.6), and this list shows the touch hierarchy. A more tight top line usually means heavier on-ball responsibility for the primary option, while a balanced top three can signal more shared creation and easier rotation coverage if one piece is limited.
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| Team | Player | Min | Usage% | PPG | RPG | APG | TS% | eFG% | +/- | TO/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Knicks | Jalen Brunson | 35 | 30.6 | 26 | 3.3 | 6.8 | 58 | 53.3 | 4.8 | 2.4 |
| New York Knicks | Karl-Anthony Towns | 31 | 26.1 | 20.1 | 11.9 | 3 | 61.9 | 55.6 | 5 | 2.5 |
| New York Knicks | Jordan Clarkson | 18 | 21.3 | 8.6 | 1.8 | 1.3 | 54.8 | 51.7 | 1.5 | 0.9 |
| Chicago Bulls | Coby White | 29 | 27.3 | 18.6 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 58.6 | 52.9 | -0.1 | 3 |
| Chicago Bulls | Collin Sexton | 26 | 26.3 | 17.5 | 2.9 | 2.5 | 60.9 | 56.6 | -3.2 | 2 |
| Chicago Bulls | Josh Giddey | 32 | 24.6 | 17 | 8.3 | 9.1 | 56.2 | 52 | -3.5 | 3.6 |
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Get 100% on any coins purchase up to $100 New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls Situational Analysis (Rest, Travel, Schedule)
The days-since row is flat at 1 vs 1, so the read points to travel and last-7 density. Chicago Bulls comes in off the stiffer previous matchup (76.4 vs 61.8), so the bar for translating that performance is higher.
The last-7 games input is flat (0 vs 0), so this row is not the obvious push. New York Knicks carries more since-last-game movement (713.5 vs 0), and the tax can surface in pace and shot legs late. On last-7 miles (0 vs 0), it is steady, and the weekly travel picture stays level.
| Metric | New York Knicks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Days since last game | 1 | 1 |
| Rest advantage vs opponent | 0 | 0 |
| Travel miles since last game | 713.5 | 0 |
| Games in last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Time zone changes | 0 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Schedule strength | 57.1 | 45.5 |
| Remaining schedule strength | — | — |
| Previous opponent strength (win %) | 61.8 | 76.4 |
| Next opponent strength (win %) | 42.1 | 63.2 |
New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls Quick Trends: Last 5 Form, Last 10 Scoring, and Recent Performance
New York Knicks has the cleaner last-five mark : 3-2 versus Chicago Bulls at 0-5. over the last 10, the two-way values are not fully shown, which makes the two rows a simple check.
| Metric | New York Knicks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 (Form) | ||
| Record (W-L) | 3-2 | 0-5 |
| Win % | 60 | 0 |
| ATS record | 2-3-0 | 0-5-0 |
| Over/Under record | 3-2-0 | 4-1-0 |
| Average margin | 55 | -68 |
| Last 10 (Recent Performance) | ||
| Points per game | 118.7 | 110.2 |
| Points allowed | 109 | 124.1 |
| Margin | 97 | -139 |
| FG % | 48.2 | 43.4 |
| 3PT % | 37.2 | 35.3 |
Season Profile Comparison: New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls
The season numbers are organized into four categories to keep the story clear without one long table. The best read usually comes from the two “driver” stats in each section, then the rest of the rows show how that edge can hold up.
Record & Scoring
New York Knicks owns the top two record indicators here—win% (53.7) and point margin (6.3). If this becomes a tight, half-court game, that profile often shows up as cleaner late-clock offense and fewer wasted trips.
| Metric | New York Knicks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Record (W-L) | 53-29 | 31-51 |
| Win Percentage | 53.7 | 43.9 |
| Points For | 116.5 | 116.3 |
| Points Against | 110.1 | 121.5 |
| Points Margin | 6.3 | -5.2 |
Efficiency
New York Knicks leads the two efficiency drivers—shooting efficiency (111.9 vs 111.5) and field goal efficiency (55.7 vs 54.7). If that holds, New York Knicks is more likely to avoid long droughts because the shot quality is producing points at a steadier clip.
| Metric | New York Knicks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 111.9 | 111.5 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 55.7 | 54.7 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
Net rating and ball security both lean toward New York Knicks (6.6, 12.8 turnovers), which is a strong signal in this category. If Chicago Bulls wants to flip it, the first step is forcing mistakes and turning defense into quick points.
| Metric | New York Knicks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 99.4 | 105 |
| Net Rating | 6.6 | -4.6 |
| Offensive Rating | 116.8 | 110.5 |
| Defensive Rating | 110.2 | 115.1 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 12.8 | 14.6 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
On second chances and disruption, New York Knicks has the edge—more offensive rebounds (0.3) and more steals (8.1). That’s often the fastest way to flip a game: same shot quality, more attempts, and more transition chances.
| Metric | New York Knicks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 45.6 | 45 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.3 | 0.2 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Assists Per Game | 27.4 | 28.5 |
| Assist Rate | 64.3 | 67.2 |
| Steals Per Game | 8.1 | 7.6 |
| Blocks Per Game | 3.9 | 5 |
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New York Knicks at Chicago Bulls Series History and Last Meeting
Use the last meeting as a clear check: Knicks won 113-111, a 2 margin. The series summary below supplies larger context for how often that pattern shows up.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 113-111 |
| Last meeting winner | Knicks |
| Last meeting margin | 2 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 4 | 1 | 3 | -11.6 | 232.8 | 1-1-0 | 2-0-0 |
| Home | 4 | 3 | 1 | 11.6 | 232.8 | 1-1-0 | 2-0-0 |
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- Game script (pace): Chicago Bulls is set up to press tempo, but New York Knicks benefits if it can steady possessions and keep the game in the half-court. The initial pace hint tends to follows the total.
- Efficiency edge (side): On the season profile, it tilts to New York Knicks when the possession battle stays tidier and the glass does not leak. Those added possessions can turn the number.
- Late filters (availability + market): The last piece is who actually plays and how the spot looks, since those factors can shift the closing lineup choices. If the market has moved, let it be a cue to validate assumptions instead of pushing a stance.
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