Connors Newcombe Set for Record $1 Million Payday
In Las Vegas the Connors Newcombe exhibition at Caesar's Palace is billed to exceed $850000 with the winner earning over $400000 and the loser at least $250000. Promoter Bill Riordan will net about $300000 as the sport’s richest non boxing prize awaits the two stars with Connors favored 7-5.
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Celtics and Warriors reach NBA finals with supporting stars shining
George Johnson and Jo Jo White led their teams as the Warriors and Celtics won series clinchers. Johnson scored 18 with eight rebounds as Golden State toppled Seattle 105-96, and White poured in 29 as Boston beat Houston 128-115 to close out their series four games to one.
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Weekend NBA and NHL Scores Report
United Press International tally lists NBA results with Boston 128 over Houston 115 and Golden State 105 over Seattle 96. ABA notes Indiana 118 over Denver 112. NHL shows New York Islanders 4 defeating Pittsburgh 1 and WHA Minnesota 5 over Quebec 3.
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Howell Drives In Three As Roy Howell Earns Start
Roy Howell, moved from bench to starter by Billy Martin, hits a three run double off Nolan Ryan with bases loaded to power a 5-0 Texas win over the Angels. Ryan leaves with a strained triceps elbow as manager hopes for no long-term injury. Howell goes 1-for-4 to raise season total to 5-for-22.
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Braves Open Fast But Congas Flex Track Muscles
In Lompoc the Braves start strong as Congas showcase speed and distance on the track. Ostler notes the local performance with emphasis on early momentum and standout sprints.
Umpire clinic and weekend racing events listed
Umpire clinic for girls and women's softball is tonight at 5 p.m. at the Recreation Department office 106 South C St. Santa Maria Speedway hosts stock car racing Saturday night gates 6 p.m. time trials 6:30 p.m. first race 8 p.m. Also several weekend events including open spring horse show Sunday at VSC arena 8:30 a.m. entry $2.75 per event plus more activities around Lompoc area.
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