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Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers - GAME DAY PREVIEW

The Bulls battle the Sixers on Monday night.
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The Chicago Bulls’ tough road trip moves to the City of Brotherly Love as they take on the streaking Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night at the Wells Fargo Center. The Bulls are coming off a 118-116 crushing loss at the hands of the Miami Heat in a game that was decided by Jimmy Butler at the final buzzer.

Streaking Sixers

The Sixers will be one tough opponent for the Bulls. With reigning MVP Joel Embiid leading the way, the Sixers have won six games in a row, the last five by wide margins. Philadelphia is coming off a 53-point beatdown of the Charlotte Hornets, 135-82, in a game where Embiid scored nearly at will en route to registering 42 points. The 42-point effort was Embiid’s 11th straight game where he has scored at least 30 points.

How formidable are these Sixers on both ends of the floor? Philadelphia ranks first in the league in offensive rating, fifth in defensive rating, and first in net rating, making them one of the most complete teams in the league. They’ll present a unique challenge for a Bulls team looking to move up in the standings.

Will the Bulls get Caruso back?

Alex Caruso plays a crucial role in giving the Bulls a lift on both ends of the floor. He was absent for their last game against the Heat due to an injured left ankle, and his status for Monday night’s showdown with Philadelphia is uncertain. If Caruso is available, it could be a huge boost to the Bulls' offense as they look to take down one of the league's top teams.

Rugged forward Torrey Craig is doubtful to play after missing the entire second half of their last game against Miami. The Bulls’ injury report cites the veteran as suffering from heel soreness.

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