Lakers find new magic in bold comeback win over Blazers
Lakers overcome Magic Johnson’s absence as Calvin Garrett sparks a 122-115 victory over Portland. Worthy 28 points and Cooper 19 lead LA in a fourth-quarter surge that hands the Trail Blazers a five-game skid, with Riley praising Garrett and Wilkes for shaping the bench unit.
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Mychal Thompson
Kenny Carr
Valvano Rule returns to haunt NC State in loss
No. 6 NC State fell 83 79 to 16th ranked Louisville as Jim Valvano’s strategy of fouling a weak free throw shooter drew criticism from both coaches. Charles Jones redeemed himself late, hitting two of four in the final minute to seal Louisville’s win, while several top teams won in other games. Lancaster Gordon led Louisville with 25 points as path to a busy college basketball Saturday unfolded with mixed results.
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Holmes to Fight Coetzee in Las Vegas Showdown
South Africa's Gerrie Coetzee, WBA heavyweight champion, signed to meet undefeated Larry Holmes, IBF titleholder, in Las Vegas in June or July. Coetzee will reportedly warm up in March at Sun City against an unnamed foe. Negotiations and financing still to be finalized with promoter Cedric Kushner and Don King handling Holmes' side.
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