NBA Scores and Hall of Fame chatter mix in rundown
Scores show New York 98 over LA 100 as Dono tries to blame New York, plus Golden State 122 over LA Lakers 117 and Sacramento 103 over Miami 95. The column threads NFL touchdown record talk, Baseball Hall of Fame voting, and coaching moves from Anglos to the Cardinals.
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Black coaches threaten boycott of men’s college games
In San Antonio and Des Moines, Rudy Washington of the Black Coaches Association announced a boycott of men’s college basketball. NCAA leaders voiced questions on timing, duration, and participation as players and some white coaches may join. Conference impact and possible forfeit scenarios linger. The action could last the season, likened to a baseball strike, with timing tied to MLK Day.
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Ainge injury sidelines pair as Hornets edge Suns
In a low scoring clash Charlotte Hornets beat Phoenix Suns 95 to 93 without Alonzo Mourning and Larry Johnson for Charlotte and Charles Barkley and Kevin Johnson for Phoenix. Hersey Hawkins hit a clutch three with 2:45 left to give Charlotte the lead ahead of a tense finish.
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Frank Johnson
KJ the Invisible Man in NBA spotlight
The article argues Kevin Johnson of Phoenix is the league’s best point guard yet largely ignored despite high praise from rivals like George Karl. It contrasts expected recognition with Kaplan style neglect, urging a formal introduction and public acknowledgment of his impact.
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Tempe Autry commits to Northwestern football
Tempe High running back Darnell Autry, a 6 foot 1, 190 pound senior who set Tempe records with 1,812 rushing yards last season and 2,750 career yards, announced a verbal commitment to Northwestern after a weekend visit. He praised the education and early playing opportunity, noting four visits to Colorado, Arizona State, Syracuse and Northwestern and canceling a UCLA trip. Northwestern already has East Valley teammates on its roster.
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Erickson denies Cardinals links and stays with Miami
University of Miami coach Dennis Erickson firmly denied rumors he would replace Joe Bugel as Phoenix Cardinals head coach. He spoke at the Anaheim coaches convention and said he has no NFL interest, aiming to improve the Hurricanes after their Fiesta Bowl loss.
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