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the Philadelphia 76ers hosted the Boston Celtics in what turned out to be an instant classic. The two Eastern Conference rivals battled it out for a grueling three overtimes before a winner was finally decided. In the end, it was the 76ers who emerged victorious thanks to the heroics of James Harden, who hit the game-winning three-pointer to secure the 137-134 victory.
The game started out as a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets throughout the first half. The Celtics were led by Jayson Tatum, who finished the game with 42 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, the 76ers were buoyed by the play of Joel Embiid, who put up a monster 40-point, 12-rebound performance.
The second half saw both teams ramp up the intensity, as the game turned into a physical battle. The Celtics took a five-point lead with just over a minute left in regulation, but the 76ers were able to tie it up and force overtime. The first overtime saw both teams exchange blows once again, with neither team able to pull away.
The second overtime was more of the same, as both teams continued to trade baskets. The Celtics had a chance to seal the victory, but missed a crucial free throw with just seconds left on the clock. The game went into a third overtime, where James Harden took over.
Harden, who had struggled for much of the game, found his rhythm in the third overtime. He hit a clutch three-pointer with just under a minute left to give the 76ers a two-point lead. The Celtics had a chance to tie it up, but missed a three-pointer of their own. Harden then hit another three to give the 76ers a five-point lead, which they would hold on to for the win.
The victory was a crucial one for the 76ers, as it tied the series at 2-2 and gave them some much-needed momentum heading into Game 5. Harden finished the game with 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 10 assists, and was the clear MVP of the game.
Overall, it was a thrilling contest between two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. The series is now a best-of-three, with both teams having a chance to advance to the next round. One thing is for sure, though – if the rest of the series is anything like Game 4, NBA fans are in for a treat.
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