Defensive Celtics Dominate Royals 102 92 In playoff opener
In Cincinnati the Celtics defeated the Royals 102 92 to take a 1 0 lead in the Eastern Division series. Boston's defense drew praise from coach Red Auerbach and limited Cincinnati to 33 percent shooting for the game as Jerry Lucas battled back but shot 5 for 17. Attendants were 11 850 at the Garden.
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Iba selects 12-man Olympic basketball squad for Tokyo
United States coach Hank Iba names 12 players and seven alternates after three days of trials at St John’s University. Walt Hazzard of UCLA and Bill Bradley of Princeton headline the All-Americas, joined by McCaffrey, Davies, and a cast from Goodyear Wingfoots, Oregon State, Duke, Texas Western, and other schools. Alternates include Gail Goodrich, Fred Hetzel, Willie Murrell, Cotton Nash, Reggie Minton, and Dave Stallworth.
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Long Has Two Goals Remaining
Dallas Long broke his world shot put record with a 65 feet 11 inch throw in a meet between Occidental College and the Pasadena Athletic Association. The USC star, who placed third in 1960, aims for Olympic gold in Tokyo and a 468 feet put, both within reach.
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California Swimmers Dominate AAU Indoor Meet
California leads in the AAU Indoor Swimming and Diving championships with 72 spots in events and eight of twelve individual wins. Roy Saari and Don Schollander top the freestyle contingent, each setting two American records. Roth and Silzberger also win multiple events as Indiana and California athletes shine.
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ASU’s Henry Carr Sets Curved 220 Yard Dash Mark
Arizona State University runner Henry Carr, married six days, clocked a world record time of 20.2 seconds in the curved 220 yard dash. He surpassed his 20.3 mark from last year but wind gauge was not official. Carr beat former record holder Adolph Plummer of USC, who finished second in 20.8 as the Sun Devils lost 89-54.
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Celtics Dominant Defense Faces Slump Mystery
The article notes a second quarter drought as the Royals tally 16 points while Boston surges. Auerbach cites pride over money as the team seeks to prove it can win without Bog Cousy after his retirement, with McMahon offering limited explanation for the slump.
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DeMolay Team Falls In State Tournament Thriller
Middletown DeMolay Chapter loses 63 61 in the first round to defending champions Alle Chapter Columbus at New The game ends in the final six seconds on two foul shots. Host chapter wins title 47 46 over Alladin Gary King earns runnerup in foul shooting with 2 of 25.
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Hawks Rally Past Warriors For 21-Lead In Series
St. Louis Hawks edged San Francisco 113-109 to take a 2-1 lead in the Western Division finals. Bob Pettit Richie Guerin and Charlie Vaughn sparked the deciding push as Wilt Chamberlain scored SF's last five points.
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Boros Captures Greensboro Open In Playoff
Julius Boros fired a 66 in cool weather to catch Doug Sanders and then won a one hole playoff for the Greater Greensboro Open. Boros total 277, earning 6600 top prize plus 400 for low final round. Sanders, defending champ, finished with 277 and 1800. Nicklaus faded to fourth at 279 as Palmer tied for 13th.
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Disputed Goal Sparks Hawks Victory in Semifinal
Chicago beats Detroit 3 2 to grab a 3 2 series lead as Whattam’s disputed goal beats goalie Roger Crozier after officials ruled in favor of the Hawks. Line officials and referee Udvari faced crowd pressure in a tense conclusion to the North American semifinal.
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Faulk Opens New Golf Year With St. Petersburg Triumph
Mary Lena Faulk wins the $10 000 St Petersburg Open Golf title to end a near two year victory drought. She earns 150 first prize after a three stroke win over 37 professionals and 123 amateurs. Faulk, from Thomasville, previously won in 1957 and posted rounds 74 71 70 74 for a 282 total five over par. Clifford Ann Creed and Betsy Rawls share second with 28s and 195 each.
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