The Bulls have a few premier offensive playmakers in Vucevic and G Josh Giddey, but their team has found success because of their defense, ranking third (106.2) in defensive rating. They also have the fifth-best net rating, while the Knicks rank 16th in that category.

Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan explains why his team is still one of the four remaining undefeated teams in the NBA.

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Sacramento Kings 126-113 Wednesday night. It was the return of Zach La Vine and DeMar DeRozan, who were previously members of the

Philadelphia 76ers (5-1, first in the Eastern Conference) vs. Chicago Bulls (5-1, second in the Eastern Conference) Chicago; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Philadelphia hits the road against Chicago aiming to prolong its three-game road winning streak.

Josh Giddey led the way in Friday’s victory as he ended the game with 32 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists while Nikola Vucevic recorded 26 points and seven rebounds. While both teams are looking for a key victory in Sunday’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.

Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns had their moments as they complemented Brunson with notable efforts in New York's starting five. While Anunoby added 21 points on 8-of-17 shooting, Towns finished with 20 points and 15 rebounds for his fifth double-double in six games.

On a night in which the Knicks were looking for revenge from a Friday thumping, the Bulls were willing participants, ignoring some of the details that helped them start the year 5-0. The result was the first loss of the season.