Everyone’s lasting image of the moment that brought Philadelphia its last major championship isn’t Andrew Toney shooting a jumper over Michael Cooper, or Moses Malone grabbing a rebound or even Dr. J tomahawking a slam. It’s of Maurice Cheeks, giddily running down the floor, dribbling the ball chest high and throwing down a “slam” (I use quotes because it was more of a layup where his hand just grazed the rim, but still).
It is not only the defining moment of that last triumphant year, it is a defining moment in Philadelphia sports, right there with Chuck Bednarik standing over Frank Gifford, Tug Mcgraw striking out Willie Wilson, and Bobby Clarke’s famous two tooth smile.
This week gives Mo the opportunity to repeat that moment, at least figuratively.
The Philadelphia Sixers will have an opportunity to solidify their recent ascent to the 5th seed in the playoff picture. It is imperative that the Sixers lock into that 5 seed because it would probably present their most favorable match-up in the playoffs against the Cleveland …
