Pistons surge to 3-2 lead in series
The Detroit Pistons dominated the Indiana Pacers 86-67 in Auburn Hills to take a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Ben Wallace posted 19 points and three blocks as Detroit stomped Indiana with a 30-4 run spanning the second and third quarters.
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Spurs silence Sonics in Game 5 103 90
Manu Ginobili scores 39 points as the Spurs defeat the Sonics 103 to 90 in Game 5. The section includes a correction note about Eric Leach’s first name and a photo outline. Editor Jake Trotter oversees the section.
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Wright State backs Biancardi amid NCAA probe
Wright State University stands by coach Paul Biancardi as the NCAA outlines allegations against the Ohio State program. OSU must respond by July 26. no sanctions are set until the infractions committee meets in September or October.
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Mohawks win DIII sectional with Meade two-hitter
Madison defeats Fenwick 8-1 at Brandt Field Springboro to capture a third straight sectional title. Justin Meade pitched a complete game two-hitter, adding a save in relief the prior day and contributing two track wins for Madison. Fenwick rallied briefly but Madison pulled away late as the Mohawks extended their championship run.
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Nicklaus set to play British Open for last time this year
Nicklaus hints at retirement while signaling possible comeback. He exits Augusta with tears after a late miss and states he may return, yet confirms plans to contend in the British Open as a former champion no longer exempt beyond 65.
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Reds fall as Mets rally in seventh against Ortiz
Ortiz pitched six strong, exiting with a 1-0 lead as Ishii struggled. In the seventh, Matsui belted a three-run homer off Ortiz, turning a 1-0 edge into a 2-1 Mets victory. The Reds’ bats could not solve Ishii early, sealing the loss.
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