McGinnis Warns Rockets Ahead of Eastern Final
Philadelphia star George McGinnis cautions that Houston can explode for points but doubts the Rockets can beat the 76ers consistently. McGinnis scored 21 points with eight rebounds as Philadelphia won 106-97 to lead the series 2-0. The Eastern Conference title series heads to Houston with Philadelphia aiming to maintain pressure and avoid a flawless game from their opponent.
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Forcers battle 76ers in tense playoff clash
Bibby notes the hot hand but questions shooting consistency as Moses Malone struggles in game two. McGinnis commends Caldwell Jones and Dawkins for limiting Malone while Nissalke reshuffles the lineup, calling Philadelphia the best team in basketball.
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Stabler Typifies Oakland Attitude
New York AP story notes Ken Stabler of the Oakland Raiders embodies the team’s free spirit under coach John Madden. The quarterback embraces his beard and team’s chaotic, individualistic style as they pursue continued success after the 1977 season.
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Baseball's livelier ball stirs cross league debate in 1977
The 1977 season brings a heated dispute over Rawlings produced balls made in Haiti. Pitchers and managers report the ball as livelier and harder, promising more home runs, while Rawlings denies intent to inflate power. Players from multiple teams weigh in on changes and effects.
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Rangers Acquire Howell in Three-Way Trade In Toronto
Toronto trades Roy Howell to the Blue Jays for Jim Mason and Steve Hargan with cash from Texas. Howell adds power at age 23 after two strong seasons. Mason returns to Rangers organization. Hargan, 34, joins Toronto after expansion draft selection. DeBarr recalled to complete 25-man roster. Racing news follows with multiple race results from Suffolk Downs Aqueduct Pimlico Hawthorne and Churchill Downs.
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Douglas Invited To Oklahoma California All Star Series
Clentis Douglas of Lawton High was named to Oklahoma's 16 player roster for the First Annual Oklahoma California All Star games to be played at Oral Roberts University in June. The outfielder joins a strong group of players and the series runs June 17 to 19 with games daily at 7:30 and 2:30 on Sunday.
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