The Philadelphia 76ers’ mascot Franklin became the unlikely hero, influencing the game’s outcome and securing a thrilling 128-125 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Late in the fourth quarter, with the Sixers clinging to a narrow lead, Franklin took center stage. Video footage captured the mascot near the baseline, as he cleverly positioned himself to hinder the Cavaliers from inbounding the ball. His antics led to the Cavs being forced to call a timeout.
However, Franklin was far from done. Despite some brief words exchanged with the referees, the determined mascot stuck to his antics. When play resumed, Franklin’s relentless presence near the inbound line caused Ty Jerome of the Cavs to fumble the pass, resulting in a crucial turnover. This sealed the 76ers’ victory and left fans cheering wildly.
76ers fans took to social media to praise Franklin’s contribution, with many hailing him as the game’s MVP.
76ers Mascot Franklin Steals The Show With Key Plays In Victory Over Cavs pic.twitter.com/kaTnzkbVNw
— OpenCourt-Basketball (@OpenCourtFB) January 25, 2025
