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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 17: Guard Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks looks on from the bench during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden on March 17, 2026 in New York City. The Knicks won 136-110. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
On Friday evening, the New York Knicks will play the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks most recently beat the Memphis Grizzlies by a score of 130-119.
Jalen Brunson did not play in the game.
New York Knicks Announce Jalen Brunson Status
GettyJalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks before a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on March 08, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
For Friday’s game, Brunson will be available.
He is not on the injury report.
Underdog NBA wrote: “Jalen Brunson (ankle) not listed on injury report for Friday.”
Brunson is in the middle of another incredible season with averages of 26.1 points, 3.4 rebounds and 6.7 assists per contest while shooting 46.5% from the field and 37.1% from three-point range in 70 games.
GettyJalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks reacts during the first quarter of the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden on March 01, 2026 in New York City.
Knicks Ahead Of Bulls Battle
GettyJalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks reacts after scoring a three point basket during the first quarter against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on March 22, 2026 in New York City.
The Knicks are the third seed in the Eastern Conference with a 49-28 record in 77 games.
They have won seven out of their last ten games (and are 27-9 at home).
Following the Bulls, the Knicks will play their next game on Monday when they travel to Georgia for a showdown with the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena.
GettyJalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks looks on during the fourth quarter of the game against the Golden State Warriors at Madison Square Garden on March 15, 2026 in New York City.
Brunson signed with the Knicks during the summer of 2022 after four years with the Dallas Mavericks.
He has helped the franchise reach the NBA playoffs in each of his first three years on the team.
The three-time NBA All-Star has career averages of 19.1 points, 3.2 rebounds and 5.2 assists per contest while shooting 48.5% from the field and 38.6% from three-point range in 557 games.
Last season, Brunson and the Knicks reached the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years.
Bulls Before Visit To New York
GettyHead coach Billy Donovan of the Chicago Bulls talks with Josh Giddey #3 against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at the United Center on December 17, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
The Bulls have had another tough season as the 12th seed in the Eastern Conference with a 29-47 record in 76 games.
They are in the middle of a five-game losing streak (and have lost eight out of their last ten).
Following the Knicks, the Bulls will play their next game on Sunday when they return to the United Center to host Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns in Chicago.
Last season, they missed the NBA playoffs for the third straight year.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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