The Boston Celtics were defeated by the Philadelphia 76ers, 105 to 104, in Game 1 of the 1981 Eastern Conference Finals on April 21, 1981.

The Boston Celtics were defeated by the Philadelphia 76ers, 105 to 104, in Game 1 of the 1981 Eastern Conference Finals on April 21, 1981.
76ers
Celtics
FG Made - Attempted
40-90
43-91
Field Goal %
44.4
47.3
3PT Made - Attempted
1-1
0-3
3PT %
100.0
0.0
FT Made - Attempted
24-30
18-30
Free Throw %
80.0
60.0
Rebounds
43
46
Offensive Rebounds
Defensive Rebounds
Assists
20
23
Steals
4
5
Blocks
6
9
Turnovers
11
13
Personal Fouls
24
29