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Sixers' solid effort no compensation after losing 18-point lead.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)

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| February 01, 2004 | Narducci, Marc | COPYRIGHT 2004 Knight-Ridder/Tribune News Service. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Byline: Marc Narducci

MINNEAPOLIS _ It was one of their best efforts but a familiar ending, and this was not the time for the 76ers to discuss moral victories, when the real thing was well within their grasp.

Up by 18 points in the second quarter en route to scoring their most points in one half this season, the Sixers suffered a disheartening 106-101 loss yesterday to the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center.

Never mind that this was one of the most exciting games of the season, one that included 17 lead changes in the fourth quarter alone. Sixers all-star Allen Iverson said this one had the taste of week-old vinegar.

"That is embarrassing," Iverson said after ...

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