Warriors face Pistons in tight NBA quarterfinals showdown
Detroit grabs a 106-102 home win to knot the series at 2-2 as Howard Porter sinks two late free throws. Bob Lanier, Elvin Hayes, and Pistons dominate inside while Al Attles and Herb Brown strategize home court impact.
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Ali Joe Sings Old Tune in Title Fight Preview
New Carrollton MD report notes Jimmy Young dubbed The Squirrel predicts a victory over Muhammad Ali in Friday night’s title bout. Ray Kelly says Ali underestimates Young and could be stopped by cuts or knockout within 15 rounds. Both camps claim confidence as workouts unfold and taunts fly.
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Cabrillo Congs hammer Tigers 10-0 in league softball
Norris held San Luis Obispo to one hit with four strikeouts as Cabrillo cruised to a 10-0 win in five innings under the run rule. Lasa Boyer Ramona Long and Beth ile each had two hits while Strain Bland and Boyer scored twice. Cong JVs won 19-7 behind Liz and Linda Christensen and Pam Leone.
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Lompoc Braves win ends Buena defense streak in non league softball
Lompoc beats Buena 6 to 3 to extend season to 4 0 while Buena scores all unearned runs. Jan Jetters improves to back to back wins with a four hitter and three strikeouts. Morehart Cruz and Martinez pace Lompoc hitting as uneven defense and errors accompany the victory. The Braves visit Santa Maria then Santa Ynez and Arroyo Grande in upcoming games.
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NL blocks 1977 growth as AL clears Toronto Seattle expansion
The National League voted 7 to 5 to not expand in 1977 and rescinded a Kuhn intervention plan. The decision leaves the American League free to add Toronto and Seattle, expanding to 14 teams, while NL hopes to keep Washington in play for future years. Feeney cited league best interests and noted no loss of faith in the commissioner.
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Dodgers quiet Pirates as John earns long-awaited win
Tommy John, elated after a comeback start, left the field in the eighth with a sigh of relief. The Dodgers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-1 behind a strong offense and Mike Marshall's final outs, marking one of their best showings of the season. John, 32, had undergone elbow surgery in 1974 and returned to form after winter rehab, saying the crowd cheer made him feel great.
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Triple dead heat in Bay Meadows exacta race shocks bettors
Bay Meadows an exacta race ends in a historic triple dead heat as Bid Who Time And Again and Big Royal share the finish. The photo shows no separation forcing six exacta payouts. Honest Pleasure trains for Kentucky Derby prep at Churchill Downs with optimism after a cold snap.
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Schmidt's April power fuels Phillies in tight win
Mike Schmidt homered twice as Philadelphia held a late lead against Cincinnati before a Reds comeback. Schmidt tied the April homer mark with 11, extending a hot stretch of 10 homers in eight games. Tug McGraw praised the slugger's natural talent amid pressure of superstardom.
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Bruins banners stolen from Pauley Pavilion
UCLA campus police suspect an inside job after ten NCAA championship banners vanished from Pauley Pavilion during Easter week. A single banner was recovered on the floor as thieves likely used rooftop access, a catwalk, and a latched door to remove the 10 foot banners tied to plywood, while a self‑styled group claimed credit via the Daily Bruin and UniCamp charity appeal.
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Track titans clash in USC UCLA dual meet
USC and UCLA renew the national title chase in a to be decided dual meet at Drake Stadium. USC coach Vern Wolfe predicts a mile relay close finish while UCLA coach Jim Bush vows resilience as Bennie Myles eyes multiple events after recent success.
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Wednesday sports schedule at Lompoc Junior High
Open basketball for adults 18 plus runs 7 to 10 pm at Lompoc Junior High. Northern League finals in compulsory gymnastics at Cabrillo at 10 am. Cabrillo hosts Northern League prelims for field events at 1 30 pm and track events at 2 pm. Baseball Cabrillo visits Santa Ynez at 3 0 pm.
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