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76ers vs. Bulls prediction: Why Chicago is favored to win Friday's NBA matchup [12/26/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Philadelphia 76ers vs Chicago Bulls predictions for NBA Friday.
The Chicago Bulls will face the Philadelphia 76ers, in what is expected to be a tight NBA game, at United Center on Friday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model gives the Bulls a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the 76ers.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Bulls lineup will feature stars like Coby White, Josh Giddey and Nikola Vucevic, while the 76ers will rely on Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Paul George.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's 76ers vs. Bulls matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Sixers vs. Sixers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA matchup between the 76ers and Bulls 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Bulls a 53% chance of beating the 76ers. Our predicted final score has the Bulls winning 119-118.
According to our model, the Bulls (-1.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 239.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
76ers vs. Bulls odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | 76ers | Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-115) | -1.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -105 |
| Total | o239.5 (-110) | u239.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
76ers vs. Bulls picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Bulls -1.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | 76ers | +105 |
| Total | Under 239.5 | -110 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is 76ers to win.
76ers vs. Bulls player props
Betting on Philadelphia vs. Chicago NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at United Center.
Tyrese Maxey is expected to lead the 76ers with 29 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Coby White is projected to have 21 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Bulls.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
76ers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the 76ers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Maxey | 29 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 51 |
| Joel Embiid | 25 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 48 |
| Paul George | 17 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 39 |
| VJ Edgecombe | 16 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Quentin Grimes | 15 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
Bulls prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Bulls:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coby White | 21 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 37 |
| Josh Giddey | 19 | 9 | 10 | 2 | 51 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 17 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 37 |
| Matas Buzelis | 14 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 28 |
| Kevin Huerter | 11 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 23 |
Sixers vs. Bulls game-day updates and essential details
Friday's game between the Bulls and 76ers at United Center is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Chicago Bulls
- Date: Friday, December 26, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Bulls, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the 76ers on Friday, with Tyrese Maxey projected for a game-high 51 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate 76ers vs. Bulls insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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