Philadelphia defeated Chicago last night by a score of 115-107, proving that they are not done winning just yet. They have come under scrutiny lately, despite the fact that they have continued winning. Coach Bob said after the game that "We just can't impress the sportswriters enough, I guess. No matter how we perform during the game, there are going to be reasons to complain."

Chicago coach Bob couldn't agree more. "This is a good team. The better team just won tonight, that's all. Go write your story."

Philadelphia was led by Burke (24 points, 7 boards, 1 assists), Martinez (17 points, a steal), Ziegler (20 points, a steal, a block). Chicago was led by Joseph (20 points, 8 boards, 2 assists, 3 blocks), Smith (23 points, 5 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Fisher (20 points, 5 boards, 0 assists, 2 steals).

Philadelphia stand at 34-24 and 25-6 at home with the win. They hold at #3 in the Atlantic and stay at #5 overall in the Eastern Conference. After the loss, Chicago drop to 25-32. They hold at #3 in the Central and stay at #8 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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