Philadelphia are ahead of Washington in the Eastern Conference First Round 1-0, after beating Washington 96-84. Washington players and fans were expecting the game to be a bit closer, but everything went well for Philadelphia today. "It was really frustrating," said Washington star Pearson. "I thought we were going to be ready for this game, but we just couldn't do anything against them." Coach Bob seemed perplexed early on, but made a few adjustments late in the game that were too little, too late in this game but may help his side out next time these two teams meet.

Philadelphia was led by Ferguson (17 points, 16 boards, 1 assists, 4 blocks), Williams (20 points, 14 boards, 2 assists), Eatmon (20 points, 2 blocks). Washington was led by Pearson (18 points, a steal), Dirks (7 points, 7 boards, 4 assists, 2 steals), Langley (16 points, 0 assists, a block).

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