Chicago visits Philadelphia at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday at 7:30 p.m. ET. The matchup puts a struggling Bulls defense against a Sixers team that has won through defensive consistency. Philadelphia is favored by 11.5 points, with the total at 240.
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Bulls vs 76ers Game Information
| Date and Time | Monday, November 2, 2026 — 7:30 p.m. ET |
|---|---|
| Arena | Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Spread and Total Used | Philadelphia -11.5; 240 |
Chicago Cannot Keep Trading Defensive Breakdowns
Chicago is 1-5 overall and 1-3 on the road. The Bulls have lost four straight, most recently falling 125-111 at Boston on Friday.
Chicago averages 113.5 points but allows 129.3. Its fast pace creates possessions, yet those possessions have benefited opponents more. A 48.2% effective field-goal percentage also means the Bulls have struggled to recover through efficient shooting.
Nic Claxton is listed out with a hamstring issue, while Dailyn Swain has a back concern. Missing interior depth makes Philadelphia’s ability to attack the basket particularly important. Chicago needs to defend without excessive help that exposes perimeter shooters.
Philadelphia Has the Stronger Defensive Foundation
Philadelphia is 6-1 overall and 3-1 at home. The Sixers have won three straight, including Saturday’s 109-104 victory at Charlotte.
Philadelphia averages 108.7 points and allows 104.9. Its own scoring has been modest, but limiting opponents’ efficiency has allowed it to keep games under control. Chicago’s defense offers an opportunity to improve offensively without abandoning that approach.
Joel Embiid is listed day-to-day with a foot issue, and LeBron James carries a back designation. Their final statuses matter before laying this spread. Philadelphia’s advantage is much less comfortable if it loses multiple primary offensive options.
Bulls vs 76ers Statistical Comparison
| Category | Chicago | Philadelphia |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 1-5 | 6-1 |
| Points Per Game | 113.5 | 108.7 |
| Points Allowed | 129.3 | 104.9 |
| Effective FG% | 48.2% | 50.8% |
Bulls vs 76ers Picks and Predictions
Spread Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -11.5
Philadelphia’s defense gives it a way to separate even without exceptional shooting. Chicago has repeatedly allowed opponents to find comfortable offense, and its missing interior personnel make that weakness harder to repair. The risk is Philadelphia’s availability, along with its generally modest scoring output. With the Sixers’ main creators available, I expect enough efficient possessions to cover.
Total Pick: Under 240
Chicago’s pace and poor defense explain the high number, but Philadelphia does not have to accept that style. The Sixers have allowed fewer than 105 points per game and can make Chicago work through a set defense. The danger is Philadelphia scoring freely while the Bulls contribute enough late points. My projection remains below the number at Philadelphia 123, Chicago 109.
Final Prediction
| Moneyline | Philadelphia |
|---|---|
| ATS | Philadelphia -11.5 |
| Total | Under 240 |
| Projected Score | Philadelphia 123, Chicago 109 |
Final Picks: Philadelphia -11.5 and Under 240.
Prepared for November 2, 2026. The side assumes no major downgrade to Philadelphia’s primary rotation. Lines and injuries may change.