Pippen Eyes Finals Return as Bulls Eye Fifth Title
Bulls star Scottie Pippen, nursing a soft tissue injury, vows to be ready for the NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz after a 100-87 win over the Miami Heat secured Chicago’s shot at a fifth title in seven years. He cautions on rest needs while affirming belief in a core that could win more titles if Jordan, Jackson, and Rodman return.
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Stockton Lifts Jazz Into NBA Finals
Stockton hit a decisive 3 with 2.2 seconds left, sending Utah to its first NBA Finals. Malone 24 points 11 rebounds and Hornacek 18 led the Jazz as Drexler’s 33 for Houston wasn’t enough. Ostertag foul, injured, then returned to help Utah clinch the championship series berth.
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Jazz edge Rockets 103 100 in playoff thriller
Utah hauls 103 points led by Stockton 25 Ostertag 15 Malone 24 and Hornacek 18 while Houston’s Drexler 33 Barkley 20 push late. Box shows Utah 40 of 82 from the floor 15 of 18 at line. Olajuwon and Drexler pace Houston with 16 and 33 respectively as Rockets rebound 42 and Utah 42.
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Flyers and Wings Learn From Playoff Failures in Cup Final
Philadelphia and Detroit advance to the Stanley Cup final after adjusting from recent playoff shortcomings. Flyers improved by spreading offense beyond key lines and emphasizing team defense, while Red Wings relied on added size and depth to counterpowerful opponents. Key players include Lindros LeClair Brind Amour Renberg and coachs comments underscore depth and physical play as crucial factors for the series opening Saturday.
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