Sixers’ talent fades in lack of team concept
Philadelphia trails the Washington Bullets 3-1 in their best of seven Eastern finals. Mutiny on the Sixers’ ship grows as players miss practices and clash with coach Billy Cunningham. George McGinnis spearheads discontent while Bryant Collins and Free blame timing and discipline amid a tense playoff chase.
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Davis Wins NBA Rookie of the Year for Suns
Walter Davis of the Phoenix Suns accepts the Rookie of the Year trophy from GM Jerry Colangelo after receiving 49 percent of 66 media votes. Alvan Adams named Rookie of the Year. Suns finish 49 33, Johnson and King close behind. Davis, 23, tallied club records in field goal percentage and free throw accuracy, played all 81 regular season games, and seeks an NBA championship with Phoenix despite a first round playoff exit to Milwaukee.
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Nuggets griping over fouls in Sonics series
Denver coach Brown says players will not use fouls or officiating as excuses after a 121 111 loss to Seattle that evened the Western Conference series at one game apiece. He notes fouling was high on both sides and cites defense and Issel’s painful arch as factors ahead of Game 4 in Denver Friday night.
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Bengals Curtis back home after knee surgery
Cincinnati reporters note Isaac Curtis has returned for Bengals camp but avoids artificial turf tests until August 12 against the Detroit Lions. Teammate Wilson Whitley reports ankle healing after February surgery. Strong safety Tommy Casanova contemplates retirement if knee issues persist, with decision due near July 21 training camp start.
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