What happened: Nic Claxton scored his first basket of the 2026-27 season for the Chicago Bulls on Sunday. The score came during Chicago's home matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Why it matters: Chicago entered Sunday's game at 1-7 through eight games, having dropped six consecutive matchups. Integrating Claxton into the frontcourt rotation remains key for a team sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference.
By the numbers: Chicago Bulls: 1-7 in 2026-27 through 8 games (14th in Eastern Conference, L6 streak).
What to watch: The Bulls aim to stabilize their rotation and snap their losing skid as regular-season play continues.