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33 points and a fast start changed the Knicks’ night

Jalen Brunson powered an early lead against Chicago, giving the Knicks a template to build on without mistaking it for a trend.

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 5:14 PM
33 points and a fast start changed the Knicks’ night
Key Things to Know
  • Jalen Brunson scored 33 points as the New York Knicks defeated the Chicago Bulls 135-105.
  • Brunson scored 22 points in the first quarter to establish an early 43-21 lead.
  • Karl-Anthony Towns recorded a double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds for New York.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jalen Brunson scored 22 of his 33 points in the first quarter to lead the New York Knicks to a dominant 135-105 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. The Knicks built an early 43-21 lead by the end of the opening period, improving their record to four wins in their last five games after an initial 0-3 start.

Karl-Anthony Towns added 17 points and 12 rebounds, while bench contributors Dalton Knecht and Jordan Clarkson scored 10 points each. The Knicks limited Chicago to 10-of-44 shooting from three-point range and will next travel to face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday.

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