Celtics top Suns in memorable Game 5 of 1976 NBA Finals

On June 4, 1976, the Boston Celtics faced the Phoenix Suns in Game 5 of the NBA Finals at the Boston Garden. The match extended into triple overtime, with the Celtics ultimately winning 128-126, taking a 3-2 series lead. The game featured a remarkable sequence of events, including John Havlicek’s buzzer-beater and Garfield Heard’s shot that forced a third overtime. Fans stormed the court in celebration, and Celtics coach Tom Heinsohn required medical attention due to dehydration. The Celtics later won the series for their 13th NBA title.

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