NBA Cup Recap: Nuggets collapse in final minute, Celtics nearly blow +24 lead - Basketball Sphere

NBA Cup Recap: Nuggets Collapse, Celtics Survive 76ers Comeback

The opening round of NBA Cup games has concluded, with eight teams moving to the next stage. Among the most thrilling clashes were the matchups involving the 76ers and the Celtics.

Celtics Edge 76ers in Dramatic Finish

The Boston Celtics narrowly defeated the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 109–108. Boston once held a commanding 24-point lead before nearly letting it slip away.

The Celtics started strong, taking a double-digit lead after a 16–3 run in the first quarter. Their dominance continued into the second, where they extended the gap to 24 points. Philadelphia answered with a 15–2 surge, trimming the margin to 11 by halftime.

In the third quarter, the 76ers pulled within two points, but Boston regained control, rebuilding a 12-point cushion. With three minutes left, the Celtics led by 10. The 76ers mounted one last rally, cutting it to a single point at 109–108 with 21 seconds remaining, but could not complete the comeback.

Nuggets Stumble Against Trail Blazers

In another surprising result, the Denver Nuggets fell to the Portland Trail Blazers after a tightly contested game. Denver held a five-point advantage with one minute left but failed to close out the win.

"The first eight NBA Cup games are finished, eight teams have advanced to the next stage."

Author’s Summary

The Celtics survived a major scare from the 76ers, while the Nuggets suffered a late collapse, marking a dramatic start to the NBA Cup’s next stage.

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