Philadelphia downed Cleveland today 104-94, thanks to a solid effort by star Wilson. The game lived up to its hype, with both teams having their moments but neither side able to dominate for any extended length of time. Said Wilson after the game, "This one could have easily gone either way. We're just glad that we came out with the win." Coach Bob echoed the sentiments, saying "Cleveland came out strong and ready to play, and we knew from the start that it would be a battle out there. Probably if we played them 10 times, both sides would get five wins. But we got the win today, and that's what counts."

Cleveland players were disappointed after the game, and coach Bob had his hands full keeping their spirits up. "They know they played their hearts out today, and that it wasn't enough. That's a tough feeling. Especially for Courtney, who had one heck of a game but couldn't carry the whole team on his shoulders."

Philadelphia was led by Wilson (7 points, 22 assists, 5 steals, 2 blocks), Ferguson (16 points, 10 boards, 1 assists, a block), Norman (12 points, 1 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks). Cleveland was led by Courtney (20 points, 9 assists, a steal), Martin (23 points, 1 assists, 3 blocks), Berry (18 points, 4 assists, a steal).

Philadelphia improve to 37-20. They stay at #1 in the Atlantic and remain at #2 overall in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland are now 28-28 and 19-10 at home after today's loss. They remain at #2 in the Central and hold at #5 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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