Celtics

NBA scores: Celtics fall to Sixers in OT

The Celtics came close on Friday night, but ultimately fell to the 76ers in overtime. Here's a look at what else happened in the NBA.

By Peter Berkes Dec 8, 2012, 8:55am EST

The Boston Celtics gave it a good run, but ultimately fell in overtime to the Philadelphia 76ers, 95-94, on Friday night. Evan Turner hit a jumper with 3.9 seconds remaining to give Philly the win. Turner finished the night with 26 points and 10 rebounds. Paul Pierce had 27 points to lead all scorers.

Here's what happened around the rest of the league:

Thursday

New York Knicks 112 - Miami Heat 92

Dallas Mavericks 97 - Phoenix Suns 94

Friday

Denver Nuggets 92 - Indiana Pacers 89

Golden State Warriors 109 - Brooklyn Nets 102

Atlanta Hawks 104 - Washington Wizards 95

Chicago Bulls 108 - Detroit Pistons 104

Memphis Grizzlies 96 - New Orleans Hornets 89

Minnesota Timberwolves 91 - Cleveland Cavaliers 73

Milwaukee Bucks 108 - Charlotte Bobcats 93