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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1972
Page
9
A dense scoreboard from college basketball shows East Assumption 121 over Fairfield 107 and many other results across divisions. Notable showings include East Kentucky 102 at Louisville 102 and Oklahoma 44 in a low scoring affair.
Pro basketball action lists Wednesday games with teams including Baltimore at Seattle Buffalo at Portland Phoenix at Seattle Chicago at Atlanta. Meaney and spear noted in the speckled schedule context amid time constraints.
The article recalls Pete Maravich guiding LSU to notable seasons including a senior year 22 10 record and career scoring title amid the Tigers facing program changes. It notes his departure with Mara vich’s assistants dismissed and Athletic Director Carl Maddox explaining the move as necessary for a stronger program.
Fort Lauderdale Florida AP reports the 1970 and 1971 Yankees seasons hinge on bullpen health with Lindy McDaniel and Jack Aker accounting for 49 saves but injuries and back problems hurt. Manager Ralph Houk aims for 90 plus wins and a challenge to the Orioles, while pitching staff and lineup see turnover and competition for spots.
The article notes SHC battles where Mabama edged Mississippi 75 68 after a 17 3 run, Tide led by Alan House 23 and Cool idge Ball 15 for Rebels. Providence beat Jacksonville 90 74 as Kelth DiGregorio scored 24.4 points. The winners head toward the NCAA tourney and NIT.
Roberto Clemente, 37, says reaching 3 000 hits would be his greatest achievement and expects one or two more seasons. He notes he always gives full effort ball after ball during Pirates Bradenton camp. Separately, Jim Fregosi of the Mets is out at least a month with a broken right thumb from infield practice.
Western Kentucky University gives up its third place finish and $60,000 in NCAA tournament receipts after star center Jim McDaniels signed a professional contract before the season. Howard Porter also reportedly signed a pro deal, affecting Villanova’s second place trophy. NCAA said it had evidence McDaniels signed three documents.
The writer criticizes the four selections to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, arguing many worthy rivals were left out. He cites players like Paul Hornung and Doak Walker, contending more than four deserved induction and urging broader consideration in future elections.
The Carolina Cougars announce an antitrust suit in U S District Court in Atlanta against the NBA and several individuals. They claim the NBA conspired to pirate Jim McDaniels and other players to form a monopoly, with a similar 1969 ABA suit referenced.
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Boston Celtics 132-127 in overtime. Kareem Abdul Jabbar scored 45 points including key late plays, and John Havlicek led Boston with 34 despite the loss.
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