The Philadelphia 76ers took a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Chicago Bulls with an 89-82 win Sunday. It was the 76ers' third straight win in the series and the first time the Bulls have lost three straight games all season.
Spencer Hawes led Philadelphia with 22 points while Andre Iguodala recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds. Jrue Holiday was huge for the 76ers late in the game, scoring 16 of his 20 points in the second half. Holiday scored 10 points in the fourth quarter, helping Philadelphia put the game away.
Carlos Boozer led all scorers with 23 points while C.J. Watson scored 17 in the second half to keep the Bulls close. Chicago played without Joakim Noah who injured his ankle in Game 3. The Bulls will try to stave off elimination as the series moves back to Chicago for game five Tuesday.
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