Sixers Lose Shelton Jones in NBA Expansion Draft
The Philadelphia 76ers watched forward Shelton Jones go to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the expansion draft. Jones averaged 5 points and 2.3 rebounds in 42 games, with 34 starts, and was exposed by the Sixers as a likely pick. Timberwolves coach Bill Musselman praised Jones as a high-energy, versatile young forward with potential to earn a role.
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Star power drains from Mobil Outdoor Track meet
A multitude of top athletes including Jackie Joyner-Kersee Carl Lewis and Butch Reynolds withdrew from the Mobil Outdoor Track and Field Championships leaving only a few events contested. The absentees included Olympic gold medalists and several noted sprinters reducing the expected field of competition.
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