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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1974

Page

11

Bucks Rally Behind Abitawa for Notre Dame Victory

In a Milwaukee game, Abitawa from Notre Dame sparked the Bucks with strong scoring and rebounding. The 23 percent field goal line and key assists aided a late run while the Pistons struggled with injuries. Seattle and New Orleans players posted solid double figures amid a high-scoring, chaotic matchup.

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Esposito nets hat trick pace as Bruins top Red Wings

Boston star Phil Esposito scores his 5th and 6th goals of the season within two minutes of the second period as the Bruins defeat Detroit. The frantic action includes late game drama and multiple scoring bursts from rivals across the league.

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No clear headline from partial ABA game report

The readable lines reference ABA highlights and players such as Kentucky Cate and Melo with Pacers, plus mentions of nets and Pacers scoring. Names and specifics are fragmented, but indicate a high scoring game with Indian and Pacers players contributing, though exact events and outcomes are unclear.

Rams Earn Ticket to Minnesota in Redskins Thriller

Rams win 13 10 at Washington in a windy, tense game highlighted by key defensive plays. Bill Simpson forced a late stop in the end zone as Washington threatened, while Mike Bragg and Ray kicked decisive field goals. Kilmer struggled, Harris threw two picks, and McCutcheon found room to gain yards for Los Angeles.

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Rams Rally Behind Deep Coverage in Playoff Win

Ram players lauded their secondary and defensive line for stifling Washington, with Elmendorf Dryer and Youngblood praising tight coverage and rush. McCutcheon and Robertson highlighted the offense as key, while Curran described a pivotal kickoff play. Next up, the Vikings loom for the NFC title in Minnesota.

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Voit Award: Davis Earns Second WJ Voit Trophy

Anthony Davis of Southern California won the WJ Voit Memorial Trophy for the 1971 season, becoming the third two time recipient. Davis rushed for 354 yards and returned three kickoffs for touchdowns as USC prepared for the Rose Bowl against Ohio State.

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Lakers Hold Off Trail Blazers In Forum Rally

Los Angeles Lakers end a four game slide with a 102 5 1 0 victory over Portland at the Forum. Gail Goodrich scores a season high 44 points on 15 of 28 shooting and 14 of 16 from the line as the Lakers surge late to seal the win and begin a tough nine of 11 road stretch through Jan 21. Center Elmore Smith adds 18 rebounds and 4 blocks while Lucius Allen and Happy Hairston contribute double figures. Portland without Bill Walton suffers late, with Sidney Wicks inconsistent and Johnny Johnson scoring 23 after halftime. The Lakers improve to 13 in 32 and remain in contention for second place behind Seattle as they head into a challenging December/January schedule.

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49ers claim late win as Long Beach State tops Spartans

Long Beach State coach Dwight Jones praised his young 49ers after a dramatic victory over Michigan State in the Cable Car Classic final. Bob Gross earned the MVP award amid a scoring swing and a controversial misannouncement. Johnson starred with 23 rebounds across the two‑day event, while Larry Hudson contributed 16 points as the 49ers exploited a stifling zone defense to limit MSU to 39 percent shooting.

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Buckeye tackle Harris suffers knee sprain in workout

Tyr Harris, a freshman defensive tackle for Ohio State and the third man at the position, sustained a right knee sprain during Sunday drills at Citrus College. Listed as questionable for the Rose Bowl on January 1, the 6-3, 242 pounder faces a bout of limited participation until cleared.

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