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The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Chicago Bulls 157–137 on March 25 at Wells Fargo Center, surpassing the Vegas total of 241.5 points combined. Joel Embiid led Philadelphia with 35 points, while Paul George added 28 in a balanced offensive attack that shot 55.3 percent from the field and made 22 three-pointers. The 76ers' third quarter proved decisive, outscoring Chicago 51–32 to seize control; Philadelphia's defensive rating of 119.5 held the Bulls to 49 percent shooting and forced 13 turnovers. Chicago's Josh Giddey managed 23 points and Matas Buzelis contributed 18, but the Bulls' fourth-quarter surge of 53 points came too late after trailing by as many as 22. Philadelphia's 34 assists and 10 blocks showcased efficient ball movement and interior presence, while Chicago's 48 rebounds could not overcome a 20-point turnover differential. The victory reinforces Philadelphia's playoff positioning and offensive firepower heading into the final stretch.
