Chicago were heavy favorites in this matchup, but Philadelphia really put it to them in the middle quarters. In fact, the Sixers outscored the Bulls, 69 - 43 in the second and third quarters. Philly took care of business down low, as they won the rebounding battle, 46 - 39 and outscored Chicago, 70 - 30, in the paint. Dario Saric was the star for Philly, as he tallied 32 points and 10 rebounds. T.J. McConnell finished second among starters, accruing 10 points, five rebounds, eight assists and three steals. Shawn Long came off the bench to provide 18 points and seven rebounds. Jimmy Butler did all he could for the Bulls, as he accumulated 36 points, seven rebounds, 11 assists and three steals. Nikola Mirotic finished with 15 points and four rebounds. Bobby Portis recorded a double - double off the bench, totaling 17 points and 11 rebounds.
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