Smith ignites decisive run with thunderous dunk on Embiid as Bulls beat 76ers 109-92
December 26, 2025
Jalen Smith sparked a game-ending run with a thunderous dunk on Joel Embiid, and the Chicago Bulls matched a season high with their fifth straight win, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 109-102. The Bulls scored the final 10 points of the game, starting with Smith’s driving dunk. Tre Jones and Zach Collins each had 15 points, and Coby White scored 13, helping the Bulls match their best streak since a 5-0 start. Embiid led Philadelphia with 31 points. Tyrese Maxey scored 27 including five 3-pointers. Paul George shook off a slow start to finish with 15 points and a season-high 12 rebounds.