Celtics end Knicks run with 105 94 playoff win
Boston edges New York 105-94 to capture the Eastern Division series 4-1 and end the Knicks bid for a 1969-style win. John Havlicek led with 33 points as Boston prepares for a Milwaukee clash led by Kareem Abdul Jabbar with coach Tom Heinsohn warning of tough days ahead.
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Allen earns praise as Sox star amid slights
Dick Allen's $675,000 White Sox contract stands out while critics hit him for spring training absences and not talking. manager Chuck Tanner defends Allen, praising his heart, 12 month conditioning, and leadership. Tanner argues Allen's performance and baserunning merit Hall of Fame consideration.
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Several Knicks end playing careers
The Knicks season ended in five games to the Celtics as several players faced retirement or uncertain futures. DeBusschere confirmed plans toward Nets management, while Lucas and Reed grapple with aging knees and uncertain comebacks. Bradley weighs another season against politics and writing ambitions as fans saluted DeBusschere.
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Pirates near turnaround as Mets stumble in NL East
Pirates end skid with a 5-3 win over the Atlanta Braves behind three homers by Sanguillen Stargell and Hebner and Dock Ellis six strong innings. Mets fall to 3-11 after a 4-3 loss to the San Diego Padres, with weak hitting and shaky relief fading their hopes. Astros beat Cardinals 9-4, Reds edge Cubs 1-0 on a bases loaded walk in the ninth, Dodgers top Phillies 6-1 behind Sutton and Wynn.
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Nicklaus Eyes Fifth MONY Crown as Tourney Opens
At La Costa California the MONY Tournament of Champions starts with Jack Nicklaus favored for his fifth win this season while Lee Elder the first black player to qualify for Augusta aims to win a major and secure a place in the Masters. Elder vows to win and gain more confidence as the field gathers.
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Saratoga Harness Entries Report Purses and Placings
A detailed list from Saratoga shows first through tenth pace harness racing entrants across tiers with purses from 900 to 4000 dollars. Notable horses include First-Pace winner Bobby Colleen Hartmann. Second-Pace led by Secret Flite Atwell. Third-Trot top by R Koolkat Bromiey. and multiple entries across fields with owners and drivers listed.
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