April 5th - The Knicks defeated the Bulls 136-96. Anunoby contributed 31 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Brunson added 17 points, 1 rebound, and 10 assists. For the Bulls, Sexton scored 19 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist, while Miller had 14 points and 6 rebounds.

In the first quarter, Anunoby and Brunson led the Knicks to an early double-digit lead, with the Bulls struggling to keep up with only sporadic scoring. At the end of the first quarter, the Knicks led 38-16. In the second quarter, the Knicks, relying on Anunoby, extended their lead to over 30 points. Although the Bulls attempted to close the gap, the Knicks' overall offensive firepower was clearly dominant, and at halftime, the Knicks led 78-41.

After switching sides, the Bulls intensified their inside attack and briefly narrowed the gap. However, the Knicks, thanks to Anunoby's continued efficient performance, maintained a lead of over 30 points. At the end of the third quarter, the Knicks still led 108-72. In the final quarter, the Knicks' bench continued their consistent output, further widening the gap. Ultimately, the Knicks defeated the Bulls 136-96 .

Bulls player statistics

Sexton had 19 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist; Miller had 14 points and 6 rebounds; Jones had 13 points, 3 rebounds, and 8 assists; Boozerlis had 11 points and 6 rebounds; Albridge had 8 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist; Williams had 7 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists; Okoro had 7 points, 1 rebound, and 2 assists; and Gidi had 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists.

Knicks player statistics

Anunoby 31 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists; Brunson 17 points, 1 rebound, 10 assists; Robinson 17 points, 11 rebounds; Bridges 12 points, 2 rebounds; Kolek 8 points, 2 assists; Shamet 8 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist; Sohan 7 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist; Hart 7 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists

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