Brooklyn defeated Philadelphia last night by a score of 106-98, 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."

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

Brooklyn was led by Lee (27 points, 17 boards, 3 assists, 2 blocks), Olson (16 points, 3 assists, a steal, 2 blocks), Jeanlouis (11 points, 0 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks). Philadelphia was led by Ziegler (33 points, 3 assists, 6 blocks), Blunt (14 points, 11 boards, 2 assists, 2 blocks), Austin (17 points, 5 boards, 1 assists, a steal, 2 blocks).

Brooklyn jump to 41-17 with this victory. They remain at #2 in the Atlantic and remain at #4 overall in the Eastern Conference. After the loss, Philadelphia fall to 35-25 and 26-7 at home. They remain at #3 in the Atlantic and stay at #5 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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