Sabres force another game in Dallas after 2-1 win
Buffalo clinched a 2-1 victory over the Dallas Stars to even the series at two games and set up a potential Game Five in Reunion Arena. Dixon Ward scored the deciding goal, prolonging Buffalo’s bid for the Stanley Cup final after 24 years since their last appearance.
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Sabres surge mocks Knicks as they near Cup glory
The seventh-seeded Buffalo Sabres, stirring playoffs with unlikely wins, tie the Stanley Cup finals 2-2 with the Dallas Stars at Reunion Arena. Buffalo, seven seed, trails 2-1 in best of seven but dreams big as Dominik Hasek stonewalls Dallas and Sabres attackers Ward and Sanderson net unassisted goals. Dallas hopes Brett Hull returns, aiming to restore advantage in the tense series.
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Robinson shines as Spurs Top Knicks in Game One Finals
David Robinson fueled San Antonio with 13 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in a balanced 89-77 Game 1 win over New York. He played multiple roles from shot blocker to playmaker, providing defense, smart passing and steady offense to lift the Spurs.
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Chaney reflects on Van Gundy's season and Knicks climb
Don Chaney, a friend and assistant coach, recalls the tough season with Jeff Van Gundy as Knicks coach. He notes Van Gundy slept little, then smiles after the Eastern Conference finals clinch as his 3.5 million option for 2000 01 becomes guaranteed. In San Antonio, 39,514 fans pack the Alamodome for the NBA Finals, a near record crowd behind the Lakers 1988 high.
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Spurs rout Knicks as Duncan shines in 89 77 win
Spurs surge with a 14-2 run to seize control and deny the Knicks a late push. Tim Duncan dominates with 33 points on efficient 13-21 shooting and 7 free throws, while Robinson adds 13. Latrell Sprewell and Allan Houston lead New York with 19 apiece as Larry Johnson returns from injury amid a troubled night.
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Wizards name Heard new coach It's official
The Lakers hire Jackson Brverly If he returns to the NBA after a year away and signs a five year 30 million contract. Magic Johnson lauds the plan and emphasizes spacing passing and spread shooting as key elements of Jacksons system. Gar Heard named Washington coach bringing veteran experience over star power. Wizards GM Wes Unseld cites fit and ability to communicate with players.
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