Sixers’ sixth consecutive playoff berth remains on hold after 109-105 double-overtime loss to Bulls

PHILADELPHIA — Monday night’s loss delayed making things official.

As one of the league’s top teams for much of the season, the 76ers expect to do much more than reach the playoffs. They’re one of the contenders for the NBA title.

But things come in steps, and the Sixers missed out on taking the first one at the Wells Fargo Center.