1985 NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 7 vs Philadelphia 76ers
Celtics defeat 76ers in five games to reach NBA Finals
The 1985 NBA Eastern Conference Finals was a playoff series between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics won the series 4–1.
Quick Facts
- Opponent
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Series status
- Eastern Conference Finals (Game 7)
- Result
- Boston Celtics Victory
- Key protagonist
- Larry Bird
- Venue
- The Spectrum, Philadelphia
Lore & Background
The Celtics entered the 1985 Eastern Conference Finals after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round and the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The Celtics finished the regular season with a 63–19 record, the best in the NBA.
Reader's Guide
The series was a best-of-seven format. The Celtics won the series in five games, advancing to the NBA Finals.
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