Duran Leonard to fight again in Las Vegas rematch
The bout reopens the long March to settle unfinished business between Sugar Ray Leonard and Roberto Duran at the Mirage in Las Vegas. Once a boxing spectacle marked by Duran’s infamous No Mas moment, the potential third meeting draws talk of the sport’s richest prize fights amid lingering questions about motives and form.
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Leonard caps WBC welterweight crown after Duran war
Leonard won the WBC welterweight title in a dramatic bout with Duran whose antics dominated the night. The victory comes amid talk of a historic rubber match, with Leonard facing questions about health, finances, and his long, injury-plagued career as he pursues ongoing titles across multiple divisions.
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Buck Williams fuels Trail Blazers turnaround in Portland
The Portland Trail Blazers, after a 39-43 season, opened 11-3 this year with a 20 point win over Detroit. Isiah Thomas credited Buck Williams for the improvement, noting his significant impact on any team. Portland owner comments on Williams’ work ethic and trade history with New Jersey.
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NBA Notes Mix Of Trades And Echoes Of Patrick Ewings
A collage of NBA notes highlights Mookie Blaylock averaging 13.2 points and 10 rebounds after 14 games while Philadelphia copes with Maurice Cheeks loss. Trade history threads include Fred Roberts’ odd moves and Del Harris quip. Patrick Ewing the runner meets Patrick Ewing the Knick, and a Las Vegas wedding chaplain asks about M J’s college.
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Terry Cummings
Cummings
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