Nelson Returns as Mavericks Coach in Shocking Victory
Don Nelson, back on the Dallas bench after replacing Jim Cleamons, guided the Mavericks to a 105-91 win over the New York Knicks. Nelson employed a faster, freer lineup, ending Cleamons triangle system and igniting a season-best offensive showing while Knicks endured their largest defeat. Erick Strickland praised the newfound freedom as Dallas diverged from prior rigidity.
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Williams Returns as Grambling Head Coach
Grambling Louisiana AP Doug Williams, former All America at Grambling and NFL quarterback, becomes Grambling’s head coach succeeding Eddie Robinson. He signs a five year deal worth about 80,000 to 100,000 annually, plans to start full time January 1, and aims to field a disciplined, competitive team. Williams is the school’s sixth coach since 1941, with Robinson’s era yielding 408 victories and multiple championships.
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Dillon breaks Brown's rushing mark in Bengals win
Core Dillon, a rookie running back for the Cincinnati Bengals, ran 39 times for 246 yards and four touchdowns in a 41-14 victory over the Tennessee Oilers. He surpassed Jim Brown's rookie rushing record of 237 yards, tying it at 237 earlier and finishing with 246 yards, the top rookie performance and fifth-best NFL mark ever. The crowd at Cinergy Field roared as Dillon claimed the historic milestone and dashed Oilers playoff hopes.
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Manuel New Chicago White Sox manager aims to unite high priced core
Jerry Manuel, a .150 hitter in 96 major league games who has never managed, was named White Sox manager. He has coached under Felipe Alou and Jim Leyland and plans to earn respect by being forthright and opening lines of communication. He faces a team with three high salaries in the middle lineup and seeks to develop relationships to drive wins and fan support.
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Wallace Takes Temple Challenge to Restore Owls Football
Temple names Bobby Wallace as head coach to lift a 60-137 mark over 17 seasons. AD Dave O'Brien aims for 15-17 wins over a few years to keep Temple in the Big East, despite a tough sell in North Philadelphia and off-campus home games. Wallace built a Division II powerhouse at North Alabama, winning three straight national titles and posting a 41-1 run in title years.
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