Sports
Mainoo lifts lid on 'difficult' Amorim experience at Man Utd
Kobbie Mainoo opens up about his challenging experience with Amorim at Manchester United.
Sky Sports1 min read
Sports
Philadelphia Continues Recent Dominance Of Boston Sports Teams
TL;DR
Philadelphia sports teams have recently outperformed their Boston counterparts, highlighted by the 76ers' comeback against the Celtics in the playoffs.
Key points
- Philadelphia sports teams have dominated Boston teams recently
- Philadelphia 76ers made a historic playoff comeback against Celtics
- New York City is traditionally seen as Boston's biggest sports rival
Philadelphia 76ersBoston Celtics
Philadelphia Phillies players Justin Crawford and Kyle Schwarber
Philadelphia Continues Recent Dominance Of Boston Sports Teams originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
New York City is Boston's biggest rival when it comes to sports, but maybe Philadelphia deserves more respect.
Philadelphia's sports teams have dominated Boston's teams this spring, starting with the Philadelphia 76ers' historic comeback against the Boston Celtics in the first round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs.
The Sixers overcame a 3-1 deficit by winning three straight games against the Celtics, including Game 7 at TD Garden. It was the first time Boston had blown a 3-1 series lead in the postseason and the first time Philadelphia had beaten the Celtics in a playoff series since 1982.
Two weeks later, the red-hot Philadelphia Phillies came to town and took two of three from the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. The Phillies' pitching staff stifled the Red Sox's offense, holding them to just five runs during their three games.
Going back a little further, the Philadelphia Flyers won their against the Boston Bruins this year, beating them on Feb. 28 and April 5 in Philly.
Q&A
How did the Philadelphia 76ers perform against the Boston Celtics in the playoffs?
The Philadelphia 76ers achieved a historic comeback against the Boston Celtics in the first round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs.
What recent sports events show Philadelphia's dominance over Boston teams?
Philadelphia's dominance is evident in various spring sports events, particularly in basketball with the 76ers' playoff success.
Why is Philadelphia considered a rival to Boston in sports?
Philadelphia is considered a rival to Boston due to their competitive sports history and recent successes against Boston teams.