Nets Face Elimination as Spirits Seize 3-1 Lead
Spirits of St. Louis upset defending ABA champions New York Nets 100-89 to seize a 3-1 series lead in the Eastern Division semifinals. Spirits dominated the boards 63-44, Sears coach Bob McKinnon praised the win, while Nets coach Loughery lamented giving up second and third chances. Julius Erving scored 35 for the Nets, Barnes 23 points and 20 rebounds for St. Louis, Lucas 20 and 18. Series set to resume in New York.
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Pecos Routs Ector 5-1 to Stay Unbeaten in District
Pecos remains 4-0 in District 2-AAA baseball after a 5-1 win over Ector Friday on Pecos diamond. William Williams earned the win, allowing no runs after the third inning as Pecos erased an early 1-0 hole with a three run third frame highlighted by Allan Clayton's three hits. Ector starter Raul Franco doubled to drive in their only run. Pecos committed six errors but still pulled away.
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Underwood Tops Cardinals In First MLB Start
Philadelphia pitcher Tom Underwood, 21, impressed in his major league debut by shutting out St. Louis on five hits. The left-hander worked efficiently, aided by solid defense and a strong early lead, as the Phillies earned a decisive win to start his career.
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Ernie D DiGregorio benching prompts quiet protest in Boston
The Boston game features Ernie DiGregorio in a white suit amid benching by coach Jack Ramsay. DiGregorio, once Rookie of the Year and top assist leader, endured knee surgery, rough stretch, and slower play, with Ramsay saying Ernie’s services wouldn’t be needed this season as he rests the knee.
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