Preview: 76ers at Bulls, Friday, December 26, 2025 CHICAGO (Interstat) — The Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls meet Friday at the United Center in a post-Christmas matchup featuring two Eastern Conference teams looking to build momentum. The 76ers (16-12) arrive after a 114-106 home loss to Brooklyn on Tuesday, halting a two-game win streak. Center Joel Embiid led Philadelphia with 27 points and six rebounds in that defeat. Embiid, averaging 22.1 points and 8.0 rebounds per game this season, has been a consistent force but the 76ers have lost four of their last seven. The Bulls (14-15) have won four straight, including a 126-123 victory in Atlanta on Tuesday. Guard Josh Giddey fueled that win with a 19-point, 11-rebound, 15-assist triple-double, his fourth in the last six games. During Chicago’s win streak, Giddey is averaging 19.5 points, 9.5 rebounds and 11.3 assists, providing a dynamic all-around catalyst for the offense. This is the second meeting this season. The Bulls edged the 76ers 113-111 in Chicago on Nov. 4. Philadelphia will aim to control the interior through Embiid, supported by Paul George (19 points vs. Brooklyn) and rebounding from reserve Andre Drummond (12 points, 13 rebounds). The 76ers are 3-3 in their last six road games. Chicago’s recent surge has been marked by high-scoring performances, averaging 135.3 points during the four-game streak. Alongside Giddey’s playmaking, center Nikola Vucevic (21 points, 10 rebounds vs. Atlanta) and guard Coby White (24 points) provide scoring punch. The game presents a contrast in styles: Philadelphia’s half-court execution around Embiid against Chicago’s up-tempo, Giddey-led attack. The Bulls seek to climb above .500, while the 76ers look to solidify their position in the conference standings. Following this game, Philadelphia begins a three-game road trip Sunday in Oklahoma City. Chicago hosts Milwaukee on Saturday.