Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 3
Boston CelticsCeltics
134
away
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
126
home
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 42 | 24 | 36 | 134 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 28 | 31 | 33 | 34 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Philadelphia, the Celtics held off the 76ers 134-126. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.