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

NBA Cup Recap: Nuggets Collapse, Celtics Survive Late Scare

The opening eight NBA Cup matchups have concluded, and eight teams are now heading to the next stage. The fiercest drama unfolded in the clash between the 76ers and the Celtics.

Celtics Edge Out 76ers

Boston triumphed over Philadelphia with a narrow 109–108 victory. Despite leading by as many as 24 points, the Celtics nearly squandered their advantage but held on in the final seconds.

They started strong, building their first double-digit lead after a 16–3 run in the opening quarter. Their dominance extended into the second period, stretching the lead to 24 before the 76ers responded with a 15–2 surge to cut it to 11 by halftime. In the third quarter, Philadelphia came within two, but Boston countered again, restoring a 12-point cushion.

With three minutes left, the Celtics were up by 10, but the 76ers stormed back, trimming the gap to 109–108 with just 21 seconds remaining. They fell short of completing the comeback, and the score stood.

Jaylen Brown led Boston with 32 points and six assists, while Tyrese Maxey powered the 76ers with 26 points, 14 assists, and eight rebounds.

Nuggets Fall to Trail Blazers

In another tense finish, Denver suffered a surprising defeat at the hands of the Trail Blazers. The contest remained tight throughout, with the Nuggets holding a five-point lead heading into the final minute before the collapse.

Author’s Summary

The Celtics nearly wasted a 24-point lead but held off the 76ers, while the Nuggets’ late mistake cost them a win against the Trail Blazers in a dramatic NBA Cup night.

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