Chicago Bulls vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Tipoff and Injury Status — Nov. 6, 2026

Information checked November 6, 2026, at 3:01 p.m. in Chicago, Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−06:00); 21:01 UTC.

The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Chicago Bulls on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the United Center, with tipoff set for 2:30 p.m. in Chicago (CST, UTC−06:00). That is 3:30 p.m. in Philadelphia, Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−05:00), and 20:30 UTC. Philadelphia enters the weekend after an 8–1 start documented by the NBA on November 5, while Chicago is looking to respond to a 1–7 opening and a six-game losing streak.

The most important outstanding pregame question is availability. At the time of this check, the NBA's official injury-report index did not yet display a November 8 game-specific report. Friday's player designations and recent starting lineups do not establish who will be available on Sunday. This is a pregame preview, not a final result or confirmed lineup announcement.

Highlights

• When and where: Sunday, November 8, 2:30 p.m. CST (UTC−06:00) at United Center in Chicago; 20:30 UTC.
• Recent form: Philadelphia was 8–1 after beating Detroit on November 4; Chicago fell to 1–7 with a 135–105 loss to New York that same night.
• Earlier meeting: The 76ers defeated the Bulls 126–107 in Philadelphia on November 2, but that result does not determine Sunday's outcome.
• Injury watch: The official November 8 availability report and confirmed starters were not yet published at this check; check again before tipoff.

What time is Chicago Bulls vs. Philadelphia 76ers on November 8?

The NBA's official game page lists Philadelphia as the visiting team and Chicago as the home team for November 8 at United Center. The Bulls' schedule displays the corresponding Chicago time, while the 76ers' schedule displays Eastern time.

Daylight saving time ended in both Chicago and Philadelphia on November 1, 2026. Consequently, this game uses CST and EST, not the CDT and EDT offsets that apply in the summer. The listed 20:30 UTC start is the same instant as 2:30 p.m. in Chicago and 3:30 p.m. in Philadelphia.

What is the latest form of the 76ers and Bulls?

Philadelphia's 8–1 start and Detroit win

In its November 5 Starting 5 report, the NBA said the 76ers had started 8–1 for just the third time since 2000. Philadelphia reached that mark by beating the Detroit Pistons 112–106 on November 4. Jaylen Brown scored 30 points, Joel Embiid posted 26 points and 15 rebounds, and Tyrese Maxey contributed 19 points and seven assists in that game.

The Sixers were scheduled to visit Cleveland on Friday, November 6, before traveling to Chicago. The Cleveland matchup had not been incorporated into the verified 8–1 snapshot used here. Treat that record as a dated benchmark rather than a claim about the final standings immediately before Sunday's tipoff.

Chicago's challenge after the loss to New York

The Bulls' official team report confirmed that Chicago fell to 1–7 with a 135–105 defeat to the New York Knicks on November 4. The NBA's game recap recorded an 84–52 Knicks lead at halftime. That early defensive breakdown is a concrete warning for Chicago against a Philadelphia team that has already scored efficiently in the first head-to-head meeting.

The Bulls have an extended gap between their November 4 game and their November 8 home date. Whether that extra preparation time translates into better perimeter defense, rebounding or offensive execution will only be known when the teams play.

What happened when Philadelphia and Chicago played on November 2?

Philadelphia beat Chicago 126–107 on Monday, November 2, according to the official NBA box score and recap. Maxey recorded 26 points and 11 assists. Brown had 25 points and 11 rebounds, while Chicago's Caleb Wilson scored 24 points. Philadelphia put up 62 points in the paint to Chicago's 54 and finished with 31 fast-break points to the Bulls' 25.

That game offers a useful tactical reference: Chicago must contain penetration and finish defensive possessions without conceding easy chances. However, an earlier result is not a prediction. Venue, shooting variance, rotations and the availability of individual players can all change the nature of the rematch.

What is the latest official injury report for Bulls vs. 76ers?

As of the November 6 check, a November 8-specific list of available, questionable and out players had not yet appeared on the NBA's official 2026–27 injury-report index. That is an absence of confirmed Sunday information, not evidence that either roster is fully healthy. No Sunday starting five is confirmed in this article.

The league requires teams to submit participation designations by the applicable deadline before games and to update reports on game day. For a game with an afternoon tipoff, those updates can be particularly important. Readers should open the official injury report and Sunday's NBA game center shortly before the scheduled start. A player's appearance in a prior box score does not establish his status for November 8.

Philadelphia's key names in recent NBA game coverage include Maxey, Brown, Embiid, LeBron James and VJ Edgecombe. Chicago's November 2 box score featured Wilson, Josh Giddey, Norman Powell and Matas Buzelis. These are players to watch based on recent involvement, not a projected or confirmed starting lineup.

Which matchups could decide the game?

Paint control and rebounding: Philadelphia's success inside on November 2 illustrates the pressure Chicago could face if the Bulls allow repeated drives or second-chance looks. A more competitive performance would likely require stronger positioning and fewer uncontested attempts near the rim.

Ball movement and transition: Maxey's 11 assists in the previous meeting showed how Philadelphia can turn attention on its scorers into opportunities for teammates. For Chicago, avoiding live-ball turnovers and recognizing defensive assignments early will matter as much as any individual scoring burst.

Start of the game: Chicago surrendered 84 first-half points in New York on November 4. That is one game, not a guarantee of another slow start. Still, the Bulls will need a more organized first half to avoid spending the afternoon chasing a large deficit.

These are conditional basketball considerations grounded in recent results, not claims about tactics already selected by the coaches or an expected final score.

Where can fans watch or follow the Bulls vs. 76ers game?

The Bulls' official game listing identifies CHSN and the CHSN App for the Chicago market, along with 104.3 The Score on radio. The 76ers' team schedule lists NBC Sports Philadelphia and 97.5 The Fanatic for the Philadelphia market. The NBA game page also shows League Pass, subject to regional rights and blackout restrictions. Services, subscription terms and market availability should be checked with the provider.

Fans looking for the confirmed starters, a live score, play-by-play or the eventual final result can use the official game center. No live score or result is implied here because the scheduled November 8 contest had not begun at the time of this review.

FAQ: Bulls vs. 76ers on November 8

What time does the Bulls vs. 76ers game start?

Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in Chicago, CST (UTC−06:00), equivalent to 3:30 p.m. in Philadelphia, EST (UTC−05:00), and 20:30 UTC.

Is Joel Embiid confirmed to play against Chicago?

His availability for the November 8 game was not confirmed by a game-specific official injury report at the November 6 check. Consult the NBA's updated report and the confirmed lineup before tipoff.

Who won the previous Bulls–76ers meeting?

Philadelphia won 126–107 on November 2, 2026. The November 8 game is a separate, upcoming regular-season matchup.