The Bulls are without a series lead and superstar guard Derrick Rose. After the first two games against the 76ers, they counted on having both. Torn anterior cruciate ligament for Rose cost him the postseason and it may dent any chance the Bulls had of sweeping the Sixers in the best-of-seven series.

To win a game on the road since 2003, Rose’s absence in Game 2 was the break the Sixers needed to became the first No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference. The Sixers believe more than ever they can beat the top team in the East and make a big march of their own through May and they are ready to show Philadelphia they are more than a minor speed bump in Chicago’s playoff run.

In Game 6, the Sixers had the type of production they needed to have a chance at beating the Bulls over the next three games. The Sixers shot 59 percent overall and Jrue Holiday was 11 of 15 from the field for 26 points. Chicago product Evan Turner chipped in with 19 points, seven rebounds and six assists and, going 8 of 13 after hitting just 1 of 6 shots in the opener; Lou Williams was clutch off the bench. In the league this season, Holiday might have blossomed into one of the top five point guards, he had the lockout not shortened the schedule and robbed him of valuable practice time.

The Bulls do not have that kind of luxury to get production from Carlos Boozer and Luol Deng. They combined for only 17 points. They were anticipated to help carry the load without Rose in the lineup. The pair missed five of six shots and let the Sixers run wild around them in the second half. In the first two games, Boozer has 18 points and 12 rebounds. At that pace, the Bulls will find themselves in a series hole.

The Bulls’ inability to stop the Sixers, particularly in the third quarter was the most alarming factor. Philadelphia wiped out a 55-47 deficit and Turner scored 11 in the quarter. Turning an eight-point deficit into an 83-69 lead, the Sixers outscored Chicago 36-14 in the third. The Bulls were outrebounded 14-5 in the frame.

With the series tied, both teams seeking a lead, Game 3 is going to be an exciting contest. Worth a watch!

NBA – Chicago Bulls vs. Philadelphia 76ers – Game 3 by Sports Picks Reviews

The end of the NBA season is a time where cappers really get to test their skills and tonight’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Chicago Bulls game is a perfect example.

The Bulls are 2-point NBA odds favorites in this game even though they are playing the best team in the NBA because they need to win while the Cavs have locked up top spot.

There’s not a lot more to say about this game, so lets see what the experts think.

Lucky Lester: Chicago Bulls

He’d take Chicago at -5.

Doc Sports: Chicago Bulls

Same as everyone else, the Bulls have more to play for.

Betting Sports Review: Cleveland Cavaliers

Yay, a dissenting opinion. The Cavs would rather play a now Bosh-less Raptors team so they’re going to do their best to stop the Bulls from catching them.

Predictem: Chicago Bulls

Same as everyone else, Bulls have more to play for.

Cappers Picks: Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cavs are the better team and have too much pride to play less than their best.

Cleveland Cavaliers at Chicago Bulls NBA Picks Review by Sports Picks Reviews