Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers, NBA 2025-26 Season, Today Match Prediction

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Chicago Bulls

They are 1st in the Central Division and 2nd in the Eastern Conference. The record of the Bulls in the 2025-26 NBA season is 5-1.In their last game against the Knicks,the Bulls lost by 12 points(116-128).Josh Giddey led Chicago with 23 points, 12 assists and 12 rebounds for his first triple-double of the season, while Nikola Vucevic had 17 points and 14 rebounds.

The Bulls (5-1) were the last Eastern Conference team to fall from the unbeaten ranks and were denied their first 6-0 start since 1996-97 during the Michael Jordan era.The Bulls entered the game leading the NBA in defensive 3-point percentage (30.1%). But Chicago had no answer for the Knicks’ hot long-range shooting Sunday.

For the upcoming match against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Bulls are likely to emphasize perimeter scoring and pace control to challenge 76ers' interior defense. On offense, Josh Giddey will be crucial in leading fast breaks and capitalizing on three-point opportunities. 

Defensively, the Bulls will need to focus on disrupting Tyrese Maxey penetration and limiting second-chance points by VJ Edgecombe . Containing the 76ers' potent pick-and-roll game will also be a priority. The Bulls on average score 121.7 points per game they score 50% from the field and are ranked 6th in the league , and 40.7% from the arc and are ranked 2nd in the league. 

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Philadelphia 76ers

The 76ers are 1st in the Atlantic Division and 1st in the Eastern Conference. The record of the 76ers in the 2025-26 NBA season is 5-1.In their last game against Nets,the 76ers won by 24 points(129-105). Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 29 points, Tyrese Maxey had 26.Oubre made 9 of 11 field goals and had 22 points in the first quarter, but limped off the court after injuring his ankle at the buzzer in the third.

The forward was cleared to return to the bench with 10 minutes remaining in regulation but did not reenter the game.Quentin Grimes added 22 off the bench and VJ Edgecombe had 16 points for the 76ers, who have won five of their first six games to start the season.Philadelphia played without Joel Embiid(left knee), who was held out due to injury management two nights after scoring 20 points in 25 minutes in a loss at Boston.

For the upcoming match against the Chicago Bulls, the 76ers are likely to emphasize perimeter scoring and pace control to challenge the Bulls interior defense. On offense, expect Joel Embiid to be central, utilizing pick-and-roll plays and post-ups to draw fouls and score efficiently. 

Defensively, the 76ers will focus on limiting the Bulls transition opportunities and contesting every shot from beyond the arc. They will also prioritize disrupting the Bulls  primary ball-handlers to force turnovers. The 76ers on average score 125.7 points per game they score 47.9% from the field and are ranked 14th in the league, and 40.6% from the arc and are ranked 3rd in the league. 

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Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers Match Prediction & Analysis

This is the first meeting of the season between the Chicago Bulls and the Philadelphia 76ers, two Eastern Conference teams heading in different directions. The Bulls return to the United Center aiming to regain consistency and protect their home floor, while the 76ers come in looking to build momentum and assert their dominance behind their star-powered lineup.

The Bulls have shown flashes of competitiveness this season but continue to struggle with inconsistency on both ends of the floor. Josh Giddey remains the team’s most reliable scorer, while Tre Jones provides perimeter shooting and athleticism when healthy. Nikola Vučević anchors the paint with his rebounding and pick-and-pop ability, but Chicago’s biggest challenges lie in ball movement and late-game execution. 

The Bulls are averaging around 111 points per game but have had difficulty containing high-scoring offenses, especially in transition. To stay competitive, they’ll need to control the pace, limit turnovers, and generate efficient looks through Giddey mid-range game. The 76ers, meanwhile, continue to look like one of the East’s most well-rounded squads. Joel Embiid has been playing at an MVP level once again, dominating in the post while drawing double-teams that free up shooters. 

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