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Recap - Knicks Defeat Chicago 96-86

Dennis Smith, Jr. went off for 25 points and added 1 rebounds leading New York over Chicago, 96-86, on Tuesday at United Center.

The Knicks were a +2.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 214.5.

Kevin Knox had 17 points for New York and Damyean Dotson chipped in with 12 points. Dennis Smith, Jr. had 5 assists for the Knicks, while Mitchell Robinson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 17 boards.

The Bulls got a 14-point performance from Ryan Arcidiacono, who was supported by 13 points from Shaquille Harrison. Shaquille Harrison had 3 assists in a losing cause for Chicago, while Cristiano Felicio grabbed 8 rebounds.

The Knicks hit the break winning 57-50 before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored New York as they grabbed 61 boards, while Chicago only had 50

Next game, New York takes its act home to face Detroit looking for another win. For Chicago, they head on the road to face Philadelphia.