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76ers Set Franchise Record, Defeat Bulls 157-137

3/26/2026

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Summary

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Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) scored 35 points in 28 minutes as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Chicago Bulls 157-137.
Paul George (Philadelphia 76ers) added 28 points, finding his rhythm in the second half.
The Philadelphia 76ers scored a franchise-record 51 points in the third quarter.
VJ Edgecombe (Philadelphia 76ers) added 22 points.
The 76ers improved to 40-33, despite missing Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr., signaling a playoff push.

History

Historical Context

The Philadelphia 76ers, led by Moses Malone and Julius Erving, won their third NBA championship in 1983, sweeping the Los Angeles Lakers. This victory followed a dominant season where they achieved a franchise-record 65 wins and a 12-1 playoff record. The 76ers' success marked a significant moment in NBA history, breaking the Lakers-Celtics dominance of the 1980s and solidifying their legacy in Philadelphia sports.

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Story summary

Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) scored 35 points in 28 minutes as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Chicago Bulls 157-137.
Paul George (Philadelphia 76ers) added 28 points, finding his rhythm in the second half.
The Philadelphia 76ers scored a franchise-record 51 points in the third quarter.
VJ Edgecombe (Philadelphia 76ers) added 22 points.
The 76ers improved to 40-33, despite missing Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr., signaling a playoff push.

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