Knicks, Jalen Brunson explode in decimation of Bulls to reach .500 mark

The Knicks beat the Chicago Bulls 135-105 at Madison Square Garden, producing their most complete performance of the season so far. The win took New York to 4-4 and may ease concerns about its slow start on offence as reigning champions.

Jalen Brunson scored 33 points, including 22 in the first quarter, as the Knicks tied a 38-year-old franchise record with 84 first-half points. They led by 37 in the second quarter and shot 63 per cent before half-time; Karl-Anthony Towns added 17 points and 12 rebounds, while OG Anunoby scored 18. New York has won four of its last five games and next visits Cleveland on Saturday.