Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics Game 7s: A look at the history of a rivalry
The Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics are set to face off in their ninth Game 7, the most between any two teams in NBA history. Boston currently leads the head-to-head Game 7 record 6-2, with their matchups dating back to 1959. The rivalry includes iconic moments such as John Havlicek's famous steal in the 1965 Eastern Conference Finals.
- ▪Sunday's game will mark the ninth Game 7 between the 76ers and Celtics, the most in NBA history.
- ▪The Celtics have the most Game 7 wins all-time with 27, while the 76ers have the most Game 7 losses with 12.
- ▪In the 1965 Eastern Conference Finals, John Havlicek famously stole an inbounds pass to secure a 110-109 win for Boston.
- ▪The 76ers were originally known as the Syracuse Nationals before relocating to Philadelphia.
- ▪Wilt Chamberlain recorded 30 points and 32 rebounds in the 1965 Game 7, despite the 76ers' loss.
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