Knicks Rout Bulls 135-105 in Chicago Loss

New York beat the defending champion-level Knicks' opponent Chicago by 30 points, as all 15 Bulls players scored for the first time in franchise history.

Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Basketball

Expressive editorial sports illustration of a red-and-black basketball player driving toward the basket against a blue-and-white defender on a lit court. — The Chicago Bulls fell 135-105 to the New York Knicks on Wednesday, November 4, dropping to 1-7 as Jalen Brunson led all scorers with 33 points. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

The Chicago Bulls lost 135-105 to the New York Knicks on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, falling to 1-7 on the season. Jalen Brunson led all scorers with 33 points on 10-of-17 shooting for New York.

Why it matters

The loss extends Chicago's early-season struggles as the team searches for consistency. Every Bulls player scoring for the first time in franchise history offers a notable box-score milestone even in a lopsided defeat.

The Bulls' 135-105 loss to the Knicks produced a franchise-first in which all 15 Chicago players scored. Norman Powell shot 3-for-12 and Caleb Wilson shot 2-for-12, while Matas Buzelis added 12 points and five rebounds.

The players

Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Bulls are a professional basketball franchise in the National Basketball Association, competing in the Eastern Conference.

New York Knicks

The New York Knicks are a professional basketball franchise in the National Basketball Association, and the defending champions in this matchup.

Jalen Brunson

Jalen Brunson is a point guard for the New York Knicks who has been among the league's leading scorers.

The details

Jalen Smith left the game after suffering a left-hand injury. Tre Jones and Jailyn Sellers came off the bench to lead the Bulls with 14 points each, while Josh Giddey added 10 points and six assists.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026: Bulls lose 135-105 to the Knicks.
Sunday: Bulls host the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Season Trajectory

The Bulls' 1-7 start places them near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings this early in the season. A 30-point defeat to a title-caliber opponent underscores how far the rebuilding roster has to go.

The Bulls host the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday, a matchup that offers a chance to bounce back after the lopsided loss. Fantasy managers should track Tre Jones and Jailyn Sellers, who each scored 14 points off the bench.

The takeaway

Depth can produce a franchise milestone even in defeat, as all 15 Bulls scored. Bench production from Tre Jones and Jailyn Sellers is a potential bright spot for Chicago as the season progresses.