Buffalo Braves draft Spencer Haywood sparks commissioner's dismay
The NBA draft sees 168 collegians selected by 17 teams. Buffalo Braves pick Spencer Haywood amid eligibility disputes while Commissioner Walter Kennedy says he is not eligible for the draft. Cleveland lands Austin Carr as the top pick and coach Bill Fitch touts Carr for a run and shoot plan.
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Dodgers and Angels Split Spring Battles Across Southwest
In Albuquerque the Dodgers visit their farm club for a Texas League game with San Francisco as rosters shrink from camp cuts. Alston plans one more cut and Mussel Wills starts at short, with Steve Garvey and Bill Buckner among rookie standouts. In Scottsdale Tom Murphy shines but Milwaukee rallies to beat the Angels 7 1.
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Mets Place Ted Martinez On 21 Day Disabled List
The New York Mets placed infielder Ted Martinez on the 21 day disabled list after minor surgery. He is recuperating at his Dominican Republic home.
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Bulls prepare new plays to even playoff series
Chicago Bulls coach Dick Motta says the team has a few new things to try in tonight’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers to even the best of seven series at two games each. Motta may start Jim Fox at center, hoping a lineup tweak unlocks a home win.
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Munich set for 1972 Olympic opening stadium design
Construction of the main stadium in Munich, West Germany, takes a circus Big Top form with tall pillars and steel cables. The Olympic Tower rises in the background as the 1972 Games approach.
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Alcindor Dominates as Bucks Plot Playoff Glory
Lew Alcindor, the Milwaukee Bucks center, is described as the NBA's most dominant player and MVF winner. Opponents triple team him, yet he keeps improving by analyzing game situations. He earns about 280000 dollars annually, with Bucks citing near sellout attendance and strong fan support.
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Flynn Robinson Traded to Los Angeles Lakers
Cincinnati Royals ship Flynn Robinson to the Lakers as coach Bob Cousy plans further guard changes. Robinson expresses happiness to join Los Angeles days after a contract dispute and a return to the Royals from Milwaukee.
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Porter Signings Spark ABA NBA Contract Battle
Howard Porter, MVP of the NCAA final, has signed an ABA contract with the Pittsburgh Condors but two agents and an NBA Bulls bid threaten where he plays next season. Condors’ officials insist the ABA deal binds Porter, while agents quote a separate five year million agreement with Pittsburgh and negotiations with Chicago. Porter’s status remains unresolved as legal and contractual questions loom.
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Attles Faces Bucks Puzzle in Playoff Setback
Milwaukee Bucks rally to a 104-90 win over the Warriors as Bobby Dandridge and Greg Smith lead a second half surge. Lew Alcindor scores 26 for Milwaukee while Dandridge adds 21. Attles seeks answers as Golden State trails 2-0 in the series with Game 3 set for Madison.
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