Embiid scored 35 points and George added 28, as the 76ers easily defeated the Bulls 157-137.
2026-03-26 14:33
March 26th - The 76ers easily defeated the Bulls 157-137. Embiid scored 35 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists, while George added 28 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. For the Bulls, Gidi scored 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 12 assists, while Boozerlis contributed 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists.
In the first quarter, the 76ers established a lead thanks to Embiid's consecutive scoring. Although the Bulls briefly tied the game, they struggled to contain the 76ers' offense. At the end of the first quarter, the 76ers led 38-26. In the second quarter, the 76ers continued their offensive onslaught, extending their lead to double digits. The Bulls relied on Gidi and outside shooting to close the gap, but their overall defense remained ineffective. At halftime, the 76ers led 71-52.
After switching sides, the 76ers , led by George and Embiid, quickly widened the gap to over 30 points. Although the Bulls mounted a comeback, they couldn't tie the game. At the end of the third quarter, the 76ers still held a commanding 122-84 lead. In the final quarter, the Bulls' bench went on a scoring run to narrow the gap. The 76ers maintained their lead and steadily controlled the game. Ultimately, the 76ers defeated the Bulls 157-137 .
Bulls player statistics
Gidi 23 points, 9 rebounds, 12 assists; Boozerlis 18 points, 8 rebounds , 2 assists; Sexton 16 points , 1 rebound, 4 assists; Jones 15 points , 4 rebounds, 7 assists; Miller 15 points , 7 rebounds , 2 assists; Okoro 13 points , 2 rebounds , 1 assist; Dillingham 12 points, 2 rebounds , 1 assist; Yabusele 11 points , 4 rebounds
76ers player stats
Embiid 35 points , 6 rebounds, 7 assists; George 28 points , 6 rebounds , 4 assists ; Edgecombe 22 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists; Payne 15 points , 4 rebounds , 4 assists ; Grimes 13 points , 6 rebounds , 5 assists; Edwards 12 points , 1 assist; Barlow 9 points , 5 rebounds , 5 assists; Terry 7 points, 2 assists; Watford 4 points, 2 rebounds , 1 assist.
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