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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1970

Page

11

Hot Rod Hundley Finds Spotlight with Phoenix Suns Voice

Phoenix sports profile centers on Hot Rod Hundley, longtime Lakers and Hearn sidekick now the Suns color announcer. The piece notes his gravel voice, storytelling style, and offbeat humor boosting fan interest, with Johnny Kerr as No. 2, and Hundley planning a tell‑all book.

Phoenix Hot Rod Hundley Chick Hearn Laker Phoenix Suns Bob Vaché Hundley Suns Hot Rod Rod Hearn ABA ABC Johnny Kerr Laurel and Hardy Playboy Converse Chick Bill Libby Mr. Clutch Jerry West Rodney

Dodgers and Reds in tight West Division race preview

The Dodgers and Reds battle for position in the Western Division as season games loom. Dodgers sit mid-pack, behind Atlanta, with Cleveland and San Diego slated to host key openers. Bil Singer meets Jim McGrathlin while Don Sutton faces Wayne Simpson as Alan Foster starts against the Padres. Ostoon to make his third opening night start. Dodger official remarks on the opener.

San Diego Padres Alan Foster Ostoon Dodgers

Tresvant Key for Lakers in Sixth Game Semifinal

John Tresvant, a 6-4 7-2 forward, is starting for the Lakers in game six of the Western Division semifinal against the Suns. Once a journeyman insurance pick, he has impressed coach Mullaney by guarding Connie Hawkins and slowing key Suns scorers, with Suns favored by recent wins but Lakers seeking the upset.

Phoenix John Tresvant Lakers Lekers Younis Suns Nix Treavant Connie Hawkins Phos NBA Mullaney John Elow Hawkins Tresvant Laker New York Dave DeBusschete Defender Connie

Milwaukee Miracle Inspires Brewers Opening Day Hopes

Milwaukee embraces baseball revival as Brewers arrive from Tempe spring training. A 4,000 crowd greeted the team at Pfister Hotel with cheers for Rick Reichardt and speculation on a Reichardt-Harper trade. Andy Messersmith faces Lew Krausse as Milwaukee hosts Seattle in the opener amid 40s weather and strong fan interest.

Braves Atlanta Lew Alcindor Milwaukee Bucks Brewers Tempe Seattle Pilots Pfister Cincinnati Dave Bristol Rick Reichardt Wisconsin Rick Angels Reichardt Aurelio Rodri- Huce Milwaukee Andy Mess Ersmith Angel Winer Dean Chance Dandy Andy Lew Krausse Messersmith Seattle Pilots Lefty Philips Roger Repez Day Johnstone Roger Phillips Jay Neek Pilots

LBCC '57 Honored At Lakewood Banquet

The Long Beach City College basketball team, Metropoli tan Conference champions and state runners up, will be honored at a Thursday banquet at Lakewood Country Club. Team awards will be given, including the Norm Meager Viking of the Year trophy.

Long Beach City College Lakewood Country Club Norm Meager

Bucs Take Win to Pull Ahead of Stars in A B A West

In New Orleans the Buccaneers beat the Carolina Cougars 111 to 106 to strengthen their hold on a playoff spot in the ABA West division. Stars remain in the race with their narrow loss on the road.

New Orleans Buccaneers of American Basketball Assn Carolina

NHL unrest as Wings playoff system draws fire

Unrest spreads through the NHL after Detroit’s playoff bid is questioned following a 9-6 loss to New York. Boston fans clash over playoff tickets while Bobby Orr clinches the scoring title with 120 points. Clarence Campbell investigates Detroit coach Sid Abel as Montreal GM Pollock faults ownership apathy.

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