In a closely contested battle at the Wells Fargo Center, the Chicago Bulls emerged victorious over the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 108-104. The Bulls, now standing at an 11-17 record, managed to secure a win against the 76ers who hold an impressive record of 18-8.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 18: Kelly Oubre Jr. #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on December 18, 2023 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

The game was marked by several lead changes and both teams were tied twice during play. The Chicago Bulls demonstrated solid performance on both ends of the court. Defensively, they amassed nine blocks and seven steals while maintaining an efficiency rating of 126. Offensively, they were led by their ability to convert from beyond the arc with a three-point shooting percentage of approximately 41 percent and making twelve three-point shots.

The team's effort in scoring was distributed across quarters with them putting up 25 points in the first quarter followed by consistent scoring throughout subsequent quarters (30 points in Q2, 26 points in Q3, and finishing strong with another 27 points in Q4). The bench contributed significantly as well with a total of twenty-nine bench points.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 18: Alex Caruso #6 of the Chicago Bulls shoots the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on December 18, 2023 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Rebounding played a crucial role for the Bulls as they outrebounded their opponents on offensive boards eleven to nine. Overall rebounding saw them collect forty-nine rebounds compared to fifty-three by Philadelphia. This advantage allowed them to score fourteen points off turnovers and maintain control over their lead for approximately thirty-four minutes.

On offense, Chicago's field goal percentage stood at about forty-seven percent from eighty-nine attempts which included fifty percent shooting from two-point range. They also excelled at free throws making twelve out of fifteen attempts translating into an eighty percent success rate from the line.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 18: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers rebounds the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on December 18, 2023 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Philadelphia put up a strong fight as well; they had eight blocks and eight steals defensively but fell short on efficiency with a rating of one hundred twelve compared to Chicago's one hundred twenty-six. Their biggest lead matched that of Chicago's at twelve but could only maintain it for roughly eleven minutes during game time.

Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting matchup when the Chicago Bulls host Los Angeles Lakers at United Center on December twenty-first scheduled for eight PM Eastern Time (seven PM Central). This game will be broadcasted locally on NBCS-CHI channel six hundred sixty-five while SportsNet LA will cover it away on channel six hundred ninety-one.

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