The Knicks have played seven of their first 10 games outside of Manhattan, but Wednesday night marks the start of a four-game homestand against teams below .500 that evenly distributes the schedule to open the season. Ta.
The Knicks erased a 22-point deficit late in the third quarter and took the lead until the frantic final seconds, but lost heartbreakingly, falling to 5-6 and losing at home to the Bulls, 124-123, in their first game back. I decided. – towards the end of the season.
Coby White was fouled by Josh Hart while attempting a go-ahead 3-pointer with 3.0 seconds left in the fourth quarter, then sank all three free throws to give Chicago a one-point lead.
Jalen Brunson's turnaround jumper then went out as time expired, and the Knicks were unable to build on Tuesday's win in Philadelphia.
Brunson remained in the lineup after being listed as questionable with a sprained right ankle and had 24 points and eight assists in 34 minutes, including a go-ahead driving layup off the glass with 4.6 points remaining.
Karl-Anthony Towns continued his excellent offensive play with season-high 46 points and 10 rebounds, and Mikal Bridges added 20 points for the Knicks, who play back-to-back home games against the Nets on Friday and Sunday.
Zach LaVine led the Bulls (5-7) with 31 points, White had 22 points and Nikola Vucevic added 19 points and 11 boards.
