The 76ers vs Bulls matchup arrives Sunday afternoon with Philadelphia looking to respond after its five-game winning streak ended and Chicago trying to halt an uneven start to the season.
The 76ers entered the game with an 8-2 record, while the Bulls were 1-7 heading into the meeting at the United Center in Chicago.
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76ers vs Bulls game time and location
Tipoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Eastern time on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
The game will be played at the United Center, where Chicago is hosting Philadelphia during the Bulls’ extended break between games.
Philadelphia’s game preview listed NBC Sports Philadelphia as the television broadcast, with radio coverage available through 97.5 The Fanatic and the 76ers mobile app.
Philadelphia looks to bounce back
The 76ers had their five-game winning run stopped Friday in a 119-95 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Emirates NBA Cup group play.
Jaylen Brown led Philadelphia with 20 points in that defeat, while rookie guard VJ Edgecombe added 19 points and recorded a team-best four steals.
The result followed a strong opening stretch for Philadelphia, which had won eight of its first 10 games and entered Sunday near the top of the early Eastern Conference standings.
Philadelphia has also already defeated Chicago once this season, earning a 126-107 victory on November 2.
In that game, the 76ers shot 52.7 per cent from the field and finished with 36 assists, both season highs at the time.
What Chicago needs to change
The Bulls were coming off a 135-105 loss to the New York Knicks on Wednesday.
Tre Jones and Jaylin Sellers each scored 14 points off the bench in that game, but Chicago struggled to keep pace with New York over the full 48 minutes.
Chicago also entered Sunday ranked last in the NBA in three-point shooting at 27.2 per cent, according to the pregame statistical report.
That weakness was evident in the teams’ first meeting, when the Bulls made only 10 three-pointers and shot 26.3 per cent from long range.
The Bulls have not played since Wednesday and will not play again until Wednesday after hosting Philadelphia, giving the team several days to prepare for the rematch.
Injury report for Philadelphia and Chicago
Joel Embiid was listed as probable for Philadelphia because of right-foot plantar fascia injury management.
The 76ers listed Dominick Barlow, Adem Bona and Ariel Hukporti as out.
Chicago listed Jalen Smith as probable with a left-finger sprain.
Tobe Awaka and Nic Claxton were questionable, while Zach Collins, Jaylin Sellers and Dailyn Swain were listed as out.
The final availability decisions could affect both teams’ starting lineups and frontcourt rotations.
Key players to watch
Tyrese Maxey remains Philadelphia’s primary scoring and playmaking engine after averaging 26.9 points and 5.3 assists per game entering Sunday.
Brown has provided a second major offensive option, while Edgecombe has added perimeter defence, rebounding and transition play during his first NBA season.
Chicago’s leading early-season scorers were Caleb Wilson and Norman Powell, with both players averaging more than 19 points per game before Sunday’s tipoff.
Josh Giddey has also been important to the Bulls’ offence as a facilitator, averaging 7.6 assists per game in the team’s first eight contests.
What comes next
A Philadelphia win would move the 76ers to 9-2 and give them a split on their three-game road trip after Friday’s loss in Cleveland.
A Chicago victory would give the Bulls their second win of the season and provide a response after the teams’ 19-point defeat in Philadelphia.
The clubs are scheduled to meet again later in the season, but Sunday’s result will be the immediate test of whether Chicago can slow Philadelphia’s balanced attack and whether the 76ers can regain their early-season momentum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the 76ers vs Bulls game on November 8, 2026?
Tipoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Eastern time on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
Where are the 76ers and Bulls playing?
The game is being played at the United Center in Chicago.
What are the 76ers and Bulls records before the game?
Philadelphia entered at 8-2, while Chicago entered at 1-7.
Who is on the injury report for the 76ers?
Joel Embiid was listed as probable, while Dominick Barlow, Adem Bona and Ariel Hukporti were listed as out.
Who won the first 76ers-Bulls meeting this season?
Philadelphia won the teams’ first meeting 126-107 on November 2, 2026.
Fact-Checked: Game timing, team records, recent results, venue and injury designations were checked against the NBA’s official game and team preview pages.
Disclaimer: Player availability and starting lineups can change before tipoff and should be confirmed through official team updates.