Bucks Win Coin Toss Sets Lakers Playoff Path
Los Angeles Lakers start their title defense facing the Chicago Bulls after Milwaukee won a coin toss for the No. 1 seed. The Bucks, Warriors, and Bulls meet in the NBA playoff openers while the ABA begins with Carolina vs New York Nets and Virginia vs Kentucky.
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Elder Seeks Masters Berth After Seven-Birdie 64
Lee Elder shot seven birdies in a 64 to grab the Greensboro Open lead in a tight field aiming to become the first black player to reach Augusta next week. Doug Sanders Mason Rudolph Rod Funseth and Sam Snead also posted strong rounds as pressure builds for Elder's Masters bid.
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Jamboree Switch Moves Games to Decatur
Ogle Stadium jamboree moved from Athens to Decatur due to field conditions. Teams Athens Decatur Austin and Hartselle will compete in four 15 minute quarters starting 7 30 with admission at 1 for adults and 50 cents for students Weather threats could push play to Saturday or Monday.
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Archibald Dominates SEC Pitching for Alabama
Jimmy Archibald, Calhoun JUCO alum, is 2-0 with a 0.00 ERA in 20 innings for Alabama, leading the SEC in ERA and fewest hits allowed while ranking second in walks. Rodney Ethridge and Stan Steadman also contribute for Alabama and Florence State respectively, with Steadman posting a .450 batting average.
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Mitchell and Lindsey golf event fundraises for Olympics program
Billy Mitchell noted as Georgetown football and baseball coach and lecturer. The George Lindsey Celebrity Golf Leappament tees off at Montgomery with proceeds to Alabama Special Olympic Program. Entry is $50 with 120 spots total and many celebrities attending.
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No Rinky Dinks For Braves O's
Birmingham promoter Dr. Robert Day says exhibitions will be fully loaded with MLB regulars. Braves and Orioles meet at Rickwood Field on Sunday at 2 PM and Monday at 7 PM with $3 box seats and $2 grandstands. Tickets available at venues or gate sales two hours before games.
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Pirates honor Roberto Clemente with 21 sleeve patch
The Pittsburgh Pirates will wear a black bordered shoulder patch with Roberto Clemente's number 21 on left sleeves for the 1973 season. President Daniel M. Galbreath said the patch memorializes Clemente while his number is retired on opening day.
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