Lakers Suffer Big Loss as Pistons Triumph 120-104
Detroit Pistons shocked Los Angeles at the Sports Arena with a 120-104 victory. Dave Bing led with 26 points, Eddie Miles 19, and Dave DeBusschere added 26 as the Lakers, missing Walt Hazzard and hampered by injuries, failed to overtake St. Louis for second place. The loss, their first series win over Detroit in seven years, narrows LA’s playoff chances and leaves Philadelphia as their upcoming opponent.
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Long Beach City College Loses State Final in Heartbreaking Style
Chuck Kane and LBCC faced a 89-79 defeat to Pasadena in the state title game. Key players Gaines Tran and Calvin delivered strong seasons but could not overcome a late rally as Pasadena secured the crown.
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Illinois president accused of knowledge of slush fund probe
Chicago Sun Times cites claim that University of Illinois President Dr David D Henry knew of a $21000 slush fund used to aid athletes. Mills and Henry clash over awareness as Big Ten probes reveal improper activities and alignments leading to suspensions and firings of Elliott Combes and Brauns victims.
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Joe Rogers Ends 34 Year Nitehawk Era as Boss
Nitehawk owner and manager Joe Rogers announced his retirement after 34 years at a Sunday meeting of the Western Softball Congress. Cleo Goyette, a 12 time softball all America, was named the new Nitehawks manager as Rogers will retain ownership.
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Wyoming coach foresees tough UCLA in NCAA opener
Wyoming coach Bill Strannigan predicts a fast paced first round with UCLA led by Lew Alcindor. He notes UCLA’s depth beyond Alcindor and recalls past play against Wilt Chamberlain. Wyoming aims to keep the game tied or in the lead, but concedes UCLA’s pace and talent.
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Dodgers face Senators on radio at 10 25 a m
Sports brief notes Dodgers versus Senators airing on KFT radio at 10 25 a m. Television slate shows no events scheduled.
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Worsley Hit by Egg in Canadiens Game Injury
Montreal goalie Gump Worsley suffered a mild concussion after an egg struck him on the head from the stands early in the first period. He was taken from the ice and replaced by rookie Rogatian Vachon.
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Sports Card Summary for Santa Anita and Local Events
Santa Anita racing card today features horse events with evening p.m. Curling action at Norwalk keep Skating and Curling Center at 7 pan. JC Golf matchups show LBCG facing Valley at Lakewood CC at 1 pare.
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