Bulls Secure Play-In Spot with 122-102 Win Over 76ers

The Chicago Bulls secured a 122-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, preparing for their upcoming play-in game against the Miami Heat. Kevin Huerter led the Bulls with 18 points, while Talen Horton-Tucker contributed 17 points in a game deemed largely meaningless for both teams. The Bulls, locked into the No. 9 seed in the Eastern Conference, will make their third consecutive appearance in the play-in tournament. The 76ers, who finished the season with a disappointing 24 wins, are guaranteed at least the fifth-best odds in the NBA draft lottery after missing the playoffs for the first time since the 2016-17 season. Bulls coach Billy Donovan anticipates the return of injured guard Josh Giddey for the critical matchup against Miami. The Bulls outscored the 76ers 37-19 in the third quarter, overcoming a halftime deficit to secure the win.