NBA Opens Season Amid Big Changes and Questions
The NBA starts its 28th season with five games including Houston at Buffalo and Detroit at the Knicks. Key moves include Bill Russell coaching the Seattle SuperSonics replacing two previous coaches, Wilt Chamberlain leaving the league for the ABA, and Oscar Robertson and Dave DeBusschere headed for notable futures as others shift positions or roles. The Knicks face Earl Monroe’s absence and DeBusschere’s move to the Nets next year.
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Harrelson Rose Face Off After Mets 9 2 Win
Bud Harrelson and Pete Rose clashed during a rough third game in New York as the Mets defeated Cincinnati 9 2. Rose defended his slide and Harrelson called them both aggressive professionals after a chaotic second inning melee ended with a scrape on Harrelson's left eye.
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Rose Harrelson Fight Caps NL Playoff Clash at Shea
In New York Monday, Pete Rose and Bud Harrelson clashed after a fifth inning double play, sparking a benches clearing brawl as Wayne Garrett and others joined. Mets won 9 2 with chaos vast and helmets scattered across the infield.
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Alabama Remains No 3 Auburn Drops From Top 20
Ohio State holds first place as Tulane Kansas and Miami of Ohio join the AP Top Twenty for the first time this season. Nebraska, Alabama and USC win big while Tennessee moves up and Kansas cracks the list after a close loss to Tennessee.
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Bear) Bryant
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Rained Out AL Playoff Clash Fuels A's Grievance
Oakland contends rain in the Coliseum benefited the Orioles in the AL series after game three was postponed. Orioles ace Jim Palmer will start game four while A's rotation stays with Holtzman and Hunter for games four and five if needed. Weather relief looms with clear, warmer forecast for today and tomorrow.
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Falcons Deny Coach Firing Rumors After Losses
Atlanta coach Norm Van Brocklin dismissed rumors of his ouster after a 1-3 start and a 21-16 loss to New Orleans. Falcons president Rankin Smith stated he will not fire Van Brocklin, despite fans calling for changes after Sunday’s defeat at Atlanta Stadium.
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Redskins Rally To Down Dallas 14-7
Washington defeats the Dallas Cowboys 14-7 as Ken Houston halts Walt Garrison at the one yard line on fourth down. Sonny Jurgensen connects with Charley Taylor for a first half score and Brig Owens returns an interception for a touchdown with 2:33 left.
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Michigan State Builds Veteran Defense with Smith Duo
Defensive linemen Michael Smith of Detroit and Otto Smith of Columbia, S.C., bring veteran experience to Michigan State's defensive line as the team reshapes its aerial and ground schemes for the upcoming season.
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