Celtics Win Without Havlicek Defies Jazz In Narrow Victory
Boston struggles without star forward Havlicek as the Celtics hold off the New Orleans Jazz 98 to 93. Charlie Scott scores 25, Jo Jo White 28, and Dave Cowens 23 in a tense game where Boston led early, saw a 21-4 run by the Jazz, and narrowly sealed the win with key late plays.
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Two Advance In WPIAL As Fifth Ave Captures City Crown
In the WPIAL Class AAA quarterfinals Fifth Avenue defeated Allegheny 75-54 to reach the semifinals, while Monessen and Valley advanced to the state playoff picture. Sam Clancy posted 25 points and 21 rebounds for Fifth Avenue, with Dave Kennedy adding 20 and William Clarke 16 boards. Valley (22-1) and Monessen (15-9) set up a semifinal clash Tuesday, sealing their path to the PIAA tournament. Monessen has won 12 of its last 13.
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Gannon Surges to OT Win Advancing in ECAC Tourney
Gannon College upset Union 83-81 in overtime on a final second jumper by Stan Sligh. The Golden Knights improved to 1-10 with the win and will face Hamilton, 21-4, after Hamilton edged Utica 87-80 in overtime. Sligh totaled 21 points, scoring eight in overtime to seal the victory.
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Eleven Qualify For States In Harborcreek Wrestling
Erie area youths earned 11 of 16 top four finishes at Harborcreek Qualifying Tournament to reach the U S Kids Federation State Wrestling Tournament in Wilkes-Barre. Several champions were crowned including Brian Griswold Keith Mitchell and Troy Jaggs with runners up and thirds noted among others. The regional finals are set for Behrend College on May 28 29.
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Cavaliers Triumph Over Maryland in ACC Playoff Push
Virginia defeated Maryland 78-65 to claim a key ACC playoff win and set up a final against North Carolina. Coach Terry Holland praised his team as they chase improvement after routing NC State 75-483 and advancing from Friday’s opening round.
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Spring Training Standoff Keeps Camps Closed
Major League Baseball spring training camps remain closed after negotiations between the Major League Players Association and owners broke off with no future talks scheduled. Friday's one hour session produced no progress, as Marvin Miller pledged a Saturday press conference and noted a wide gap between sides. Earlier meetings in Fort Lauderdale and Miami had shown brief progress before the freeze.
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Zarley leads Citrus Open with 66 two rounds
In Orlando Kermit Zarley fired a six under par 66 to reach a two round total of 133 and hold a two stroke edge over Gay Brewer and Mark Hays in the Citrus Open. Boston injury and trade notes follow with Brad Park undergoing knee surgery and Chuck Ross moving to the Angels in a deal tied to Denny Doyle.
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Finley woos Catfish amid owner player feud in spring delay
Finley the Oakland A s owner seeks pitching depth behind Vida Blue and Ken Holtzman by sending a contract to Catfish Hunter. The move follows a long owner player feud dating to Kansas City days and amid a broader dispute that has delayed spring training. Pete Rose signs his 1978 deal as the stalemate continues.
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Sparta Dominates Rec Wrestling League Action
Sparta extended its grip on the Grade School Wrestling League mats with a 50-0 rout of Wright School and a 29-23 win over Conelway. Concord-St. Thomas toppled Ponelway 38-17. Wright outscored Columbus Spring Creek 26-20 in the other match as final league events and Beaver Club Tournament preparations unfold.
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