76ers Lead Bulls 64-59 at Halftime
VJ Edgecombe scored 15 points on 7-of-7 shooting in the first half as Philadelphia sought its fourth straight win.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Basketball
The Philadelphia 76ers hosted the Chicago Bulls at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday, holding a 64-59 lead at halftime. VJ Edgecombe led the way with 15 first-half points on perfect 7-of-7 shooting.
Why it matters
Philadelphia was seeking its fourth consecutive victory, and a strong first half from Edgecombe gave the home side early control of the game. The performance also marks his most field goals made without a miss in any half of his career.
Edgecombe logged three assists in 14 minutes while scoring 15 points on 7-of-7 shooting in the first half. The figures reflect only first-half production, and second-half results are not yet available.
The players
VJ Edgecombe
VJ Edgecombe is a Philadelphia 76ers guard who scored 15 points on perfect 7-of-7 shooting in the first half against Chicago.
The details
The 76ers hosted the Bulls at Xfinity Mobile Arena, with Edgecombe's efficient shooting driving Philadelphia's lead entering the break. Chicago trailed by five points at halftime as the home team pursued its fourth straight win.
Timeline
Monday, November 2, 2026: 76ers host Bulls at Xfinity Mobile Arena; Edgecombe scores 15 first-half points.
Season Trajectory
The win sought by Philadelphia would extend a four-game winning streak and help the 76ers build early-season momentum. Edgecombe's efficient first half adds to his development as a scoring contributor in a Philadelphia rotation.
Edgecombe's 15-point first half makes him a notable option for fantasy managers tracking Philadelphia's scoring. The 76ers' pursuit of a fourth straight win affects standings positioning as the early season progresses.
The takeaway
Edgecombe's perfect shooting in the first half gave Philadelphia a clear edge entering halftime against Chicago. Readers following the 76ers can track whether that efficiency carries into the second half and extends the winning streak.
Further reading
For more on the team, see Basketball coverage of Philadelphia's season.
