Whether the best NBA match-ups are televised on ESPN or not is irrelevant to pro bettors. They are more concerned with this point spread breakdown between the Knicks vs. Bulls.

The bookmaker’s posted odds are Chicago -7 with a total of 204.

Spread betting trends (all records are against the spread): Knicks are 23-10-1 ATS in their last 34 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Bulls are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 vs. NBA Atlantic, 13-4 versus an opponent with a losing record, 26-11 off spread win, 26-11 games following a ATS win.

Over/under trends: New York under 9-0 on Thursdays, but over 12-5 playing on 3 or more days rest. Chicago over 36-15 following a SU win of more than 10 points.

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