Bulls Aim for Upset as Knicks Look to Extend Winning Streak at Madison Square Garden

Bulls Aim for Upset as Knicks Look to Extend Winning Streak at Madison Square Garden

The Chicago Bulls prepare to clash with the New York Knicks on Friday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m. ET in a pivotal matchup at Madison Square Garden. The Bulls currently hold a record of 27-47 overall and 11-26 on the road, while the Knicks boast a strong 49-28 record, including a remarkable 27-9 at home. New York leads the season series 2-1. Key Game Details: Tipoff: 7:30 p.m. ET Location: Madison Square Garden, New York Knicks Odds: 15.5-point favorites Over/Under: 237.5 points Injury updates loom large as Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns is questionable due to a right elbow issue. For the Bulls, multiple players including Josh Giddey and Mac McClung are also listed as questionable, while Anfernee Simons has been ruled out. The SportsLine Projection Model has simulated the matchup 10,000 times, yielding crucial insights for bettors. The model has a proven track record, generating over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on top-rated picks over the last eight seasons, and has recently been on a 46-20 roll regarding NBA spread picks. Top Predictions from the Model: The total points scored is projected to go Under 237.5. Historical trends indicate the total has gone Under in six of the Knicks' last nine games against Eastern Conference opponents and in four of their last five games. The last matchup between these teams resulted in the Under hitting by 30 points. With the Knicks favored heavily, the stakes are high for both teams as they look to solidify their playoff positions. For more detailed predictions and insights, fans can check out the model's picks at SportsLine.

Source: CBS Sports - 2026-04-03