Sixers Triumph in Boston to Clinch East Title
Philadelphia's 120-106 win over the Celtics in Boston in Game Seven of the NBA East finals ends a run of playoff heartbreak. The Sixers, led by renewed resolve and Coach Billy Cunningham, exorcised past failures and prepare to face the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Championship series.
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Mayberry Sparks Yankees With Key Two Run Single
New York gains 4 2 win over Minnesota as Mayberry delivers a two run single in the seventh. Manager Gene Michael praises Mayberry's growing swing and production while Guidry earns win with Gossage save.
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Dave Collins
Oscar Gamble
Ruthven Sharp, Phillies Beat Braves as No-Hitter Fades
Ruthven held Atlanta hitless through seven innings before Bob Horner, Chris Chambliss, and Bruce Benedict delivered three singles in the eighth. The Phillies won 2-1, with Pete Rose earning a milestone 500th consecutive game and Garry Maddox driving in a run. Dodgers, Expos, Pirates, Mets, and Giants-Cubs results noted.
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Hope backs Holmes Cooney title bout in Las Vegas
Bob Hope endorses Larry Holmes and Gerry Cooney for the world heavyweight title fight set in Las Vegas on June 11. The entertainer praises their size speed and showmanship while reflecting on his own boxing history and the NBC special ahead of the bout.
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