Williams knocks attendance myths amid Sixers Celtics sellout
Philadelphia general manager Pat Williams dismissed common excuses for NBA attendance woes during the 76ers Celtics game in Philadelphia. He said lack of security and cable TV aren’t to blame and urged stronger rivalries and smarter scheduling to draw fans, noting Philadelphia and Boston as prime examples. He warned not all teams can sustain such appeal every night but emphasized improving talent and competitive balance as a league-wide fix.
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Baseball talks enter crucial stage
AP Special Correspondent Will Grimsley reports Major League Baseball moves into a critical phase next week to avert a player strike that could delay the April 8 season. Marvin Miller and Ray Grebey trade hard lines as the compensation dispute and reentry draft issues loom, with deadlines from February 14 to March 1 shaping who holds the negotiating gun.
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Jaworski sticks by Eagles despite rough bowl loss
Eagles quarterback Ron Jaworski voiced strong belief in an Eagles win before the Bowl but admitted the team was overwhelmed by hype after a 27-10 loss to the Raiders. He suggested possible distractions and noted coach Dick Vermeil would face turnover questions while praising Sid Gilman’s influence on the offense.
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