Tar Heels Falter in 79 75 Loss to Florida State
Florida State upset second ranked North Carolina 79 75 in a semifinal NCAA playoff game. UNC trailed early, rallied late led by Robert McAdoo with 24 points and 15 rebounds, but turnovers and a terrible first half doomed the Tar Heels.
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Florida State Downs UNC In Defensive Slugfest
Florida State routs UNC as the Tar Heels struggle with a 41.4 percent shooting and a fluid Seminole defense. Otto Petty breaks UNC press, while Dean Smith cites pressure and turnovers as key factors in Florida State’s advantage.
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UNC Faces Down FSU Zone After Tough Finish
Durham discusses how the run and jump defense unsettled UNC late and credits the Florida State zone for limiting inside scoring. He notes slowing the game at the end might have put UNC in a better position.
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Atlanta 500 pole speeds set as track buffing aids surface
Bobby Allison captured pole for the Atlanta 500 with a speed of 156.245 mph after Atlanta International Raceway was buffed following earlier slickness concerns. Runners included Isaac Petty Foyt and Pearson, with tire impound rules in place to ensure fair starts.
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Petty Observes Wind Affects Atlanta Raceway Practice
Richard Petty and Bob Isaac sheltered from gusts at Atlanta International Raceway during Thursday practice and qualifying. They discussed sports trouble as baseball players threaten strikes and Vida Blue negotiates a huge contract, noting rising, disputed pay scales across sports.
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Hawks Meet Rockets Amid Salary Talk
The Atlanta Hawks face Houston in a game framed by a labor dispute vibe as players and owners haggle over pay. Petty comments on high salaries and bargaining leverage, while Isaac notes stalled talks with Chrysler and factory racing downturns affecting stands.
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Qualifying Set for Atlanta 590 as Slick Track Prompts Cautions
Isaac earns outside front row beside pole winner Bobby Allison in the Atlanta 590 qualifying. Petty starts third on the inside as drivers discuss a slick resurfaced track with Perma-Bind, tire wear concerns, and hopes for Sunday's race. Buddy Baker warns of wear and sliding, while Pearson and Donnie Allison post strong runs.
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UCLA Sends Louisville Crumblin in NCAA Semis
UCLA overwhelmed Louisville 96 to 77 in the NCAA semifinal as Bill Walton dominated with 33 points and 21 rebounds. Coach John Wooden praised his versatile squad while Louisville coach Denny Crum noted Walton’s impact and UCLA’s depth.
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