Ernie Banks Emphasizes Joyful Baseball Life
LOS ANGELES based UPI reports Ernie Banks arrives at baseball meetings in buoyant mood. The Cubs star, soon to turn 40, says he plays for fun and will keep playing as long as he helps the club. He considers managing a possibility after retirement.
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Celtics rebound with 6th straight win over Lakers
United Press International reports the Boston Celtics, rebuilt with a youth push after missing the playoffs, beat the Los Angeles Lakers 114-111 to extend their streak to six. Havlicek 26 and Chaney 24 lead, with late free throws sealing it as West narrows the gap to 1. Celtics sit 15-10, second in the East, four games behind New York. Other NBA results include Detroit over New York, Phoenix over Atlanta, and Seattle over Cincinnati.
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NBA Standings Season High 32 Points Pace Phoenix Over Hawks
Clem Haskins scored 23 points while Dick halftime led the SuperSonics, as Kojis fueled a 40-point third quarter to rally Seattle. The text notes a season high 32 points pacing Phoenix past Atlanta.
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Hoak Faces Bench Pause as Steelers Chase Division Title
Dick Hoak, a 10 year Steelers veteran, battles bench spots as Pittsburgh contends for the AFC Central title with a 5-6 division record. He cites doubts about 1962-63 style teams and notes he needs 419 yards to become the franchise’s top all time ground gainer. The Steelers, coming off a 28-9 win over the Browns, face Green Bay next in a tough stretch.
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UCLA Rated Tops In Preseason Coaches Poll
UCLA was named the national title favorite by the UPI Coaches Board. UCLA received 23 of 26 first place ballots and 257 points, ahead of South Carolina. Jacksonville, Kentucky, Marquette, and Notre Dame follow in the top ten as star players return for major programs.
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