Celtics top Braves in opener to lead NBA series 1-0
Celtics stun Buffalo 107-98 as Dave Cowens carries with 30 points 17 rebounds and five steals despite a painful heel bone spur. Jo Jo White 27 and Havlicek 22 support as Buffalo battles hard, Cowens warning that the series remains tough. In other games Washington tops Cleveland 109-98 to tie the series.
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Mets Fall to Cards in Errors Laden 7-4 Loss
The New York Mets dropped a 7-4 decision to the St. Louis Cardinals as miscues and wild pitches plagued the game. Ted Simmons doubled for St Louis and Mickey Lolich endured late trouble while Bubbling runs swung the late rally.
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Bruins Can Eliminate Kings In Los Angeles Tonight
Boston holds a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven as it visits Los Angeles aiming to close out the Kings. Brad Park, nursing a knee, returns strong while coach Don Cherry warns the task remains open as injuries mount for both sides.
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Palmer Nearly No Hits Angels, But Ninth Door Slams Shut
Jim Palmer lost his no hitter with a ninth inning flare as the Orioles beat the California Angels 5-1 in Anaheim. Palmer allowed a run after a walk and two hits before being pulled with a hampered forearm. Earl Weaver noted Palmer's fatigue, while Ken Singleton homered and Al Bumbry added two doubles in Baltimore's victory. Detroit topped Oakland 7-3 and New York 10-7 over Chicago. two games rained out.
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