Pacers Take 1-0 Lead With 102-96 Win Over Rockets
Indiana battles back from early deficit to beat Denver 102-96 at the Fairgrounds Coliseum. Bob Netolicky shines with 20 points in the first half, Roger Brown adds 14 after halftime, while Denver’s Dave Robisch and Art Becker provide early spark. Leonard notes better play needed down the stretch as Indiana holds on to edge ahead in the best-of-seven series.
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Base ball strike shocks fans and players nationwide
The Associated Press reports disbelief and disappointment as the Major League Baseball Players Association votes to strike for pension gains. Reactions from Red Sox, White Sox, Tigers, and other clubs indicate shutdowns, locker checks, and canceled games as owners and players brace for uncertain payrolls and homeward travel.
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Muhammad Ali Beats Mac Foster in Unanimous Decision
Muhammad Ali dominated Mac Foster with precise left jabs and controlled a 15 round decision in Tokyo. Referees scored 73-65, 75-67, and 74-65 amid boos from a near capacity crowd as Ali illustrated his sharp punching and restraint. There were no knockdowns in the fight.
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Sex and Sports a Deadly Mix Before Big Events
A Los Angeles Times feature surveys coaches players and experts on whether sex before athletic contests helps or harms performance. Opinions range from skeptics to cautious supporters with comments from Lucy Welch Don Fraser Babe Ruth and Joe Namath. Medical voices note mixed effects depending on life patterns and stress levels among married and single athletes.
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