Finals set to be highest rated in NBA history
NBC’s five game average rating through tic game six push average 18.0 with 40 market overnight a 23.0 for Sundays game six. NBC expected to top 1993 Phoenix Chicago 17.3 with national numbers released today. In Bulls sixth title aftermath police reported a gang shooting five people shot one killed amid scattered looting and celebration unrelated incidents.
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Beech shines with 11 strikeouts in Phillies win over Pirates
Matt Beech struck out a career high 11 over eight innings, saying he is not a power pitcher but has added velocity through weight work. The Phillies won 2-1 as Kevin Young hit a solo homer and Desi Relaford drove in a run with an RBI single. Pirates starter Jon Lieber took the loss.
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Martin Holds Line as Pirates Leader Amid Trade Talk
Pirates everyday left fielder Al Martin weathered a tough April and a 1-for-21 slump as fans questioned the lefty platoon. Manager Gene Lamont and GM Cam Bonifay declined trade talk, affirming Martin will stay in a Pirates uniform while he proves himself. Teammate Kevin Young backs Martin, calling him the club leader and expressing support as he aims to turn his season around.
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U S Basketball mulls 12-man World Championship roster
In response to a threatened player boycott US authorities may drop 12 NBA players from the chosen team. A Friday deadline to submit a 24-man roster to FIBA looms, with options including a Goodwill Games college roster or a CBA and overseas players group. USA Basketball plans a conference call to vote while players resist commitment amid a looming lockout.
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Bulls face end of dynasty as stars weigh futures
Chicago insiders weigh how to handle a looming breakup of the Bulls dynasty. Scottie Pippen, Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, Dennis Rodman, and management face questions of cost, loyalty, and whether one more title can justify extended contracts. Reinsdorf signals ongoing uncertainty as trade rumors swirl.
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Bulls out at Martin's high school bash in Milwaukee
Steve Treu reflects on the Bulls era ending under owner Jerry Reinsdorf and GM Jerry Krause as talks surface of Scottie Pippen and Phil Jackson demanding pay. He notes fan fatigue with the Bulls, pro Jazz support, and the looming salary disputes that threaten Chicago's dynasty. The piece blends celebrity gossip with salary drama and questions whether Michael Jordan will finance the next title run.
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McConnell Serio powers Rockers past Shock in Detroit
Suzie McConnell Serio, returning from a six year layoff, posted 16 points and 11 assists to lift the Cleveland Rockers 96 85 over the Detroit Shock. Detroit led late before McConnell Serio closed the game with key baskets and setups. Janice Braxton paced Cleveland with 18 points while Koriene top scores for Detroit with 17.
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