Celtics Use Early Lead in Playoff Bid
The old Celtics seek a 2-0 edge in the best-of-seven series with Houston as Havlicek notes rest helps veterans while Russell warns one game does not decide a series. Warriors host Seattle and Kings face Bulls as playoff action continues across the league with varied home court results.
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Referee Tony Perez Sues Ali for 20 Million Over Remarks
New York referee Tony Perez sues Muhammad Ali for 20 million claiming Ali’s post fight and televised remarks damaged his reputation by calling Perez a dirty dog and insulting his Puerto Rican heritage. The suit cites the March 29 Wide World of Sports appearance and disputes during the Ali Frazier II bout in New York. Perez alleges public scorn and distrust in his officiating.
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Canucks break winless streak to topple Canadiens in playoff win
In the NHL Stanley Cup quarterfinals the Vancouver Canucks defeated the Montreal Canadiens 2-1, ending 28 games without a playoff win over the Habs. Garry Monahan scored the go ahead goal at 13:46 of the third period as Vancouver tied the series at 1-1. Elsewhere, the Sabres beat the Black Hawks 3-1, the Flyers shut out the Maple Leafs 3-0, and the Penguins downed the Islanders 3-1.
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NBA Playoff Schedule Conf Semis No Tuesday Games
Eastern Conference matchups show Boston leading 1 0 and Washington tied 1 1 after Buffalo at Washington. Western Conference has Kansas City Omaha tied 1 1 with Chicago and Seattle hosting Golden State after Golden State 1 0 lead. Thursday features Golden State at Seattle.
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Hockey Playoff Results and Schedule
Quarterfinals results include Poe beating New York Islanders 3 to 1 and Buffalo leading Chicago 2–0. Philadelphia leads Toronto 2–0 after a 3–0 win. Vancouver leads Montreal 2–1 with series tied 1–1. Thursday features Pittsburgh at New York Islanders Buffalo at Chicago Philadelphia at Toronto Montreal at Vancouver.
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Mets Trade Scarce for Hall in NL Move
In Philadelphia, the New York Mets traded relief pitcher Mac Scarce to the Cincinnati Reds for left handed reliever Tom Hall in a National League transaction.
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