Hawks Edge Bulls 124 122 in frantic buzzer controversy
Atlanta nipped Chicago 124-122 as Lou Hudson and Chet Walker sparked the late run. Referees ruled Clem Haskins’ final tap invalid after the buzzer. Bulls GM Pat Williams vowed an official protest to NBA Commissioner Walter Kennedy.
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Pro Basketball Thursday Results and Tonight's Schedule
San Francisco 130 Cincinnati 109 and Pittsburgh 133 Miami 127 highlighted results. Tonight’s games feature Seattle at Baltimore San Francisco at Boston Philadelphia at Detroit Phoenix at Los Angeles New York at San Diego and Dallas at New Orleans with additional Pittsburgh at Los Angeles and Denver at Carolina Greensboro NC.
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Cousy Jeered Luke Cheered In Warriors Win
In Cincinnati, the Royals lost 130 109 to the San Francisco Warriors. Jerry Lucas returned to face his old team and star Luke had 26 points with 11 rebounds. Thurmond dominated with 25 points and 20 boards as Mullins contributed strong outside shooting.
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Nicklaus Stunning 63 Sets Hawaii Open Pace
Jack Nicklaus carved a course record 63 at Waialae in blustery trades to lead the first round of the Hawaiian Open by four strokes. Ken Still and Dave Stockton shot 67 to sit second, with a crowded pack including Arnold Palmer and Frank Beard chasing.
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Pipers and Colonels Win in ABA Close Titles Chase
Pittsburgh Pipers beat Miami 133 127 as John Brisker scores 33. Kentucky Colonels crush Denver Rockets 145 119 with seven players in double figures led by Louis Dampier 26 as both teams stay within striking distance of Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Division.
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White Resigns From Ohio Racing Commission
James F. White, veteran member of the Ohio Racing Commission, resigned Thursday citing business pressures. He had not attended a meeting for nearly two years and was paid $2,164.82 since January 1968 without participating in any sessions.
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Mets Shine In Vegas Cabaret Debut At Caesars Palace
The New York Mets performed as singing entertainers at Caesars Palace Las Vegas in a 27 minute show offered for 10 000 dollars each. Stars Tom Seaver Jerry Koosman Donn Clendenon Ed Kranepool Tommie Agee Cleon Jones and Art Shamsky were billed with Jimmie Rodgers and Jerry Van Dyke. The audience of 1100 responded with long applause as clips of the season aired and the players sang a version of The Impossible Dream.
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Predictable Looks Set To Lead Gardenia Stakes Field
Predictable from Wheatley Stable is the early favorite for the Gardenia Stakes at Garden State Park in an 11 16 mile race. The field includes Fast Attack Sunny Sal Meritus Zamora Hail Hail Noseemole Office Queen and Sweet Mist among others as organizers post a $200 444 purse with $129 267 to the winner.
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Middletown Board of Education Reelects Incumbent Member
The re elected Middletown City Board of Education member pledges to bring the best possible school system to Middletown. The statement signals commitment to education improvements and community engagement.
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Garden Card Features Sheik In Cincinnati Main Event
Cincinnati Special Fast-moving Rocky Johnson challenges The Sheik for the U S title in the main event at Cincinnati Garden. Other bouts include Bobo Brazil versus Ali Baba The Kangaroos versus Flying Fred and Bull Curry The Skull Brothers versus Haystack Calhoun and Chief White Owl Porky The Pig versus Luis Martinez and Mr Kleen versus Big Saka First bout at 8 p.m.
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Michigan State Sprinter Kicker Excels in Scrimmage
Michigan State sophomore Gary Boyce reported for a spring football scrimmage in his baseball uniform and made 21 of 22 extra point attempts during the season.
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