Philadelphia 76ers vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/26
The Philadelphia 76ers will travel to face the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on December 26, 2025. The game is set to start at 7:30 PM and will be broadcast on NBCS. The 76ers enter the game with a 16-12 record, ranking fifth in the Eastern Conference. Led by Head Coach Nick Nurse, they look to bounce back after a recent loss to the Brooklyn Nets.
The Chicago Bulls, holding a 14-15 record, aim to extend their winning streak to five games. Under the guidance of Head Coach Billy Donovan, the Bulls currently rank tenth in the Eastern Conference. With players like Josh Giddey and Coby White, they hope to secure a win on their home court against a strong Philadelphia team.
76ers vs Bulls Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Chicago Bulls
- Venue: United Center
- Date: Friday, December 26, 2025
- Betting Odds: Bulls -1.5 (-108), 76ers +1.5 (-113)
Philadelphia 76ers Team Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have shown mixed results in their recent games. They lost to the Brooklyn Nets 114-106, despite Joel Embiid scoring 27 points. They did secure a win against the Dallas Mavericks with a score of 121-114, where Tyrese Maxey led with 38 points.
The 76ers are averaging 116.6 points per game this season, ranking them 16th in the league. Their field goal percentage is 45.0, placing them 27th. They perform well at the free throw line, making 81.6% of their attempts, which ranks them 5th.
Injuries might impact their performance in the upcoming game. Joel Embiid is questionable due to injury management, and Kelly Oubre Jr. is out with a knee injury. VJ Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes, and Dominick Barlow are also questionable due to illness.
Chicago Bulls Team Preview
The Chicago Bulls have been on a roll with three straight wins. They recently defeated the Atlanta Hawks twice, winning 126-123 and 152-150. Nikola Vučević and Josh Giddey have been key players, with Vučević putting up 24 points against the Cavaliers.
The Bulls rank high in points per game, sitting at eighth with an average of 119.7. They are third in possessions per game, showing their fast-paced style. Their field goal percentage is 47.8, placing them tenth in the league.
Coby White and Josh Giddey are top contributors for the Bulls. White averages 21.4 points per game, while Giddey contributes 20.0 points along with 9.3 rebounds and 9.1 assists. The team will miss Noa Essengue, who is out for the season due to a shoulder injury.
BTB Betting Pick
The Chicago Bulls are favored by 1.5 points against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Bulls score 119.7 points per game, while the 76ers allow 115.4 points. With the Bulls’ strong offensive stats, they are likely to cover the spread. Our projected score is Bulls 122, 76ers 118.
The total for this game is set at 239.5 points. The Bulls allow 123 points per game, and the 76ers score 116.6 points. Both teams have high-scoring potential, so taking the over is a reasonable choice. Our projected total is 240 points.