The New York Knicks (36-21) visit the Chicago Bulls (24-33) on Sunday night for an 8 p.m. ET tipoff at the United Center in Chicago. The matchup presents a contrast in direction for two franchises headed in opposite directions as the season moves toward its final stretch.
New York enters the game fresh off a home win against the Houston Rockets on Saturday night. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 25 points, while Landry Shamet provided a spark off the bench with 14 points. The victory helped New York maintain its position firmly in the top tier of the Eastern Conference standings. Entering Sunday, the Knicks were tied with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the loss column as they continue to jockey for home-court advantage in the postseason.
Chicago, meanwhile, is searching for answers. The Bulls are currently riding an eight-game losing streak and have fallen to the No. 12 seed in the Eastern Conference. Following the trade deadline, Chicago dealt away key contributors Coby White, Nikola Vucevic, and Ayo Dosunmu, signaling a clear shift toward long-term development. While the losses have mounted, the front office appears focused on evaluating younger players and maintaining flexibility moving forward.
New York’s starting lineup has been one of the most consistent in the league. Jalen Brunson continues to lead the offense, supported by versatile wings Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby, while Towns anchors the frontcourt. Chicago will need to limit second-chance points and control the pace to stay within striking distance.
Here is everything you need to know before the Bulls take on the Knicks:
How to Watch
Knicks (36-21) @ Bulls (24-33)
Date: Sunday, Feb. 22
Time: 8 p.m. ET
Venue: United Center
TV: MSG, CHSN
Betting Odds (FanDuel)
Betting Line: Knicks -10
Moneyline: Knicks -430, Bulls: +340
Over/Under 233.5
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Injury Report
Chicago Bulls
- Zach Collins — Out (right big toe sprain)
- Noa Essengue — Out for season (left shoulder)
- Jaden Ivey — Out (left patellofemoral pain)
- Nick Richards — Questionable (right foot soreness)
- Anfernee Simons — Out (left wrist sprain)
- Patrick Williams — Probable (left hand contusion)
New York Knicks
- Miles McBride — Out (pelvic)
- Pacome Dadiet — Out (G League/two-way)
- Kevin McCullar Jr. — Out (G League/two-way)
- Mitchell Robinson — Out (left ankle management)
Last Game Starters
Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons (Feb. 21)
- G Josh Giddey
- G Isaac Okoro
- F Matas Buzelis
- F Guerschon Yabusele
- C Jalen Smith
New York Knicks vs. Houston Rockets (Feb. 21)
- G Jalen Brunson
- G Josh Hart
- F Mikal Bridges
- F OG Anunoby
- C Karl-Anthony Towns
As the season winds down, games like this offer Chicago an opportunity to evaluate its young core against elite competition, while New York looks to stay sharp and secure playoff positioning. Whether the Bulls can halt their slide or the Knicks continue their push remains to be seen Sunday night in Chicago.