Weather casts, cold edges in NFL playoff talk
The piece laments bad weather hampering the pro football playoffs with snow and mud affecting games at Shea Stadium and Oakland. It notes the Rams and Vikings facing harsh conditions, Dallas fearing a Cleveland jinx, and strategic notes on how teams might cope and win despite the cold and wind.
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Trojans Rout St John’s in 95 58 Victory at Sports Arena
USC blasted St John’s 95 58 at the Sports Arena behind a 26 2 run and a stifling 1 2 1 1 zone press to improve to 7 0 on the season. Dennis Layton led with 24 points while Crenshaw sparked a late surge as St John’s slipped from a 6 1 start.
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Maravich Faces Bruin Pressure in Pauley Rout
Pistol Pete Maravich was held to his season low as UCLA defeated LSU 133-84 at Pauley Pavilion in front of 12,961. Maravich shot poorly early, finished with 42 attempts and 18 turnovers while UCLA used smothering defense and fastbreaks to build a huge lead. Steve Patterson, Curtis Rowe, and Sidney Wicks led UCLA with 23 points apiece and 17 rebounds for a school scoring record 133.
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John Ecker
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49ers Defeat Cardinals in Texas Show of Firepower
Lamar Tech falls 92-78 as the 49ers snap a Texas swing with a 6-3 record. Coach Jerry Tarkanian praised defense and teamwork after a 58 percent shooting night led by Jankans with 19 points and Trapp 17 points. Robinson added 13 points and 10 rebounds as Gritton and Taylor also reached double figures.
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San Diego Ends Lakers Losing Streak in Slim Victory
The San Diego Rockets snapped a 15 game skid against the Lakers with a 115-108 win. Elvin Hayes scored 32 as San Diego built a large lead and out rebounded the Lakers 64 48. Lakers star Jerry West led with 30 points as the team struggled without Elgin Baylor.
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Grant Concedes Edge to Gabriel in Western Playoff
Vikings coach Bud Grant says the Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams are closely matched in style and strength as they prepare for a Western Division playoff game. He notes Ram QB Roman Gabriel has more experience, while Rams linebacker Maxie Baughan is doubtful with a knee strain. Temperatures near zero and tarpaulin covers over the field frame the matchup.
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Reed Honored by Hickok Poll
Willis Reed captain and star center of the New York Knicks was selected the Pro Athlete for the Month of November in the Hickok Professional Athlete of the Year voting. Other monthly winners include Phil Esposilio, Tom Seaver, Jerry West, Mario Andretti, Reggie Jackson, Willie Davis and Donn Clendenon.
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