The 76ers had another negative night … depending on who you ask. For those wanting them to reach the postseason, Monday night’s loss to the Chicago Bulls could be a detriment. The Sixers missed out on an opportunity to clinch the season series over the Bulls following the 142-110 decision at the Wells Fargo Center.

Here are the three biggest takeaways for the Philadelphia 76ers following a blowout loss to the Chicago Bulls.

A win over the Chicago Bulls, who entered the contest with a lead of 1.5 games over the Sixers for the final play-in spot, would have gone a long way for Philadelphia. Instead, the Bulls jumped on the Sixers early and led by double-digits in the first quarter.

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been ruled out of Monday night's home game against the Chicago Bulls after undergoing new imaging on his injured left knee, ESPN reported.