76ers at Bulls 4/6/19 - NBA Picks & Predictions

Last Updated: 08/08/2019 at 4:50 AM ET

In Saturday night NBA action, the Philadelphia 76ers will invade United Center to take on the Chicago Bulls.

The 76ers have dropped three straight games and lead two teams by two full games for third place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Thursday, Philadelphia was torched for 46 points over the final 12 minutes of a 128-122 home loss versus Milwaukee. The 76ers were out rebounded by a 65-51 margin and connected on 18-for-36 from long range.

All-Star Center Joel Embiid tallied a team high 34 points to go along with 13 rebounds and 13 assists. J.J. Redick added 29 points on a 10-for-15 shooting performance for the 76ers.
The Chicago Bulls have lost 30 of their 39 home games and own the fourth worst overall record in the league. On Wednesday, Walt Lemon Jr. converted two free throws with 1.8 seconds remaining to lift Chicago to a 115-114 road victory against Washington. The Bulls turned the ball over 20 times and shot 53 percent from the field.

Walt Lemon Jr. scored a career high 24 points on 11-for-16 shooting and dished out eight assists. Robin Lopez chipped in 12 points and five rebounds for the Bulls.

Philadelphia C Joel Embiid (knee, rest) and G/F Jimmy Butler (back) are both listed as questionable for this contest. The 76ers are a middle of the pack defensive team and the Bulls rank 25th in defensive efficiency. Take the over on Saturday. Final Score Prediction, Philadelphia 76ers win in highs scoring game 122-116.

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