Jazz-Sonics Face Low-Profile West Finals
The Seattle SuperSonics and Utah Jazz lament limited national visibility as Western Conference finals begin just after the Jazz eliminate the Spurs. Star Karl Malone complains prime time favors the top teams while fans miss the spotlight, signaling a season of quieter postseason drama for the two teams.
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Utah v Seattle Western Conference playoff opener
The Sonics, 64 18, seek win over the Rockets after sweeping Houston and beating Sacramento 3 1 in the first round. Gary Payton says the team is ready after five days of rest and film study ahead of today’s 2 30 p m tip in Seattle on Channel 27.
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Bulls seek Shag control as Shaq looms in playoffs
DEERFIELD ILL. Shaquille O Neal faces tight Bulls plans in the Eastern Conference finals. Coach Phil Jackson rejects frequent fouling while Luc Longley guards O Neal. Wennington Salley Edwards and Rodman may get turns. The Bulls anticipate a careful, rotating approach with limited fouls.
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Orlando V Chicago Preview Shaq Free Throws Key
In Eastern Conference playoffs preview Shaquille ONeal notes his free throw struggles and willingness to be fouled as the Magic visit the Bulls on Sunday. Chicago plans not to overcommit to double teams, expecting ball movement and perimeter options.
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Spurs center David Robinson blasts ref Javie after costly foul
San Antonio star David Robinson accused Steve Javie of bias after a third foul call 14 seconds into the second quarter in a 108 81 playoff loss to Utah. Robinson, an All Star, scored 17 in 29 minutes as the Jazz closed out the Western Conference semifinal in six games. Officials were not releasing whether any fine would follow.
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