The Brooklyn Nets nabbed Philadelphia's first Eastern Conference spot on Friday in the NBA on an evening marked by another 30-plus game for Warriors star Stephen Curry.
On its floor, the New York franchise led by Kyrie Irving (15 points, 11 assists and 9 rebounds) dominated Boston 109-104 and now has one more victory than the Sixers (40 against 39).
The Nets' first place remains fragile, with Philadelphia having the opportunity to pick up on Saturday during its trip to Milwaukee.
After their defeat in Brooklyn, the Celtics occupy sixth place in the Eastern Conference, just behind Atlanta (5th) which neutralized Miami (7th) by a score of 118 to 103.
In the other matches of the evening, the Los Angeles Clippers dominated Houston (109-104) and the Golden State Warriors more largely controlled Denver (118-97).
The Californians were once again able to count on the efficiency of Stephen Curry (32 points, 8 rebounds), who reached the 30 point mark for the twelfth time in his last thirteen games.
His prolific streak was only interrupted by an 18-point game Wednesday against the Wizards.
Results of the night:
Charlotte
- Cleveland 108-102
Atlanta
- Miami 118-103
Brooklyn
- Boston 109-104
Portland -
Memphis
128-130
Golden State
- Denver 118-97
Houston -
LA Clippers
104-109
Oklahoma City -
Washington
109-129
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