1981 Eastern Conference Finals Game 6 vs Philadelphia 76ers
Celtics overcome 3-1 deficit to reach Finals.
The 1981 Eastern Conference Finals Game 6 between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers was a pivotal game in the series.
Quick Facts
- Series status:
- Game 6 (Down 2-3)
- Result:
- Celtics Win
- Key player:
- Larry Bird
- Notable stat:
- Triple-Double
- Opponent:
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Venue:
- The Spectrum, Philadelphia
Lore & Background
Larry Bird's go-ahead basket came with 1:54 remaining.
Reader's Guide
The Celtics came back from a three-games-to-one deficit to defeat the Sixers, repeating a feat they accomplished in 1968. Five of the games in the series ended with the winning team on top by two points or less, including a 91–90 nail-biter in Game 7.
Did You Know?
- The Celtics swept the Artis Gilmore-led Chicago Bulls in the conference semifinals.
- The Celtics had a first-round bye in the playoffs.
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