Established powers struggle in NBA with playoffs at stake
In a shifting playoff race the Los Angeles Lakers Milwaukee Bucks and New York Knicks face possible elimination under a revised format. Lakers and Bucks sit at or near last in their divisions while Knicks cling to playoff hopes aided by past success. Key retirements from last season including Jerry West Oscar Robertson Willis Reed and Dave DeBusschere contributed to the downturn.
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McGinnis Leads Pacers Past Conquistadors in Blowout
George McGinnis scored 41 points and grabbed 21 rebounds as the Indiana Pacers routed the San Diego Conquistadors 120-108 in ABA action. He added a career-best 13 assists while six teammates reached double figures. Caldwell Jones led San Diego with 34 points, as Indiana built a 62-48 halftime edge and maintained control to the final whistle.
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Lost $20 million last year WFL eyes round two
The World Football League shows signs of trying a second season after a $20 million loss last year. WFL officials cite hopes for new financing and stronger competition as key moves to revive the league.
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Port Lavaca Cyclists Sweep Motocross Honors Sunday
Port Lavaca riders dominated Victoria Armadillo Downs with Mark Varley winning the super mini class Randy Kacir taking the 250 open class and Cecil Jones prevailing in the over 30 division Also featuring Port Lavaca teammates Cliff Horne and Chuck Daigle Port Lavaca’s team is sponsored by C D Daigle Welding Service and competed alongside Victoria Corpus Christi and Beeville entries
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WFL Eyed Sites as Escrow Plan Aims Cash Stability
The World Football League plans require all teams to place in escrow between 650000 and 1500000 dollars to guarantee operating costs after a reorganization. Shreveport Portland Birmingham Anaheim Chicago Philadelphia and Honolulu are likely sites for new franchises with possible others in Tulsa Memphis and New York City. The move centers on the former Miami Dolphins trio Csonka Kiick Warfield and may involve placing the franchise rights in New York despite venue issues.
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Former Texas kicker Billy Schott signs with Rams
Billy Schott, who finished college eligibility last season, signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams. He said he was in Dallas talking with the Cowboys when Rams scout Harley Sewell contacted him, then he visited Arlington and chose to sign.
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Quebec Nordiques rout Mariners in lone WHA game
In Quebec, the Nordiques beat San Diego 5-3 as Allan Globensky and Jamie Bateman fought, both ejected. Quebec led 4-0 early in the third before San Diego rallied. Rivers, Howell, and Morrison added goals as Quebec expanded its Canadian Division lead to 10 over Toronto.
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Lone Star title match is tonight
Brownwood Texas AP two Cinderella teams Howard Payne and Sam Houston State meet for the Lone Star Conference basketball tournament title after surprising first round foes and defeating East and West champions in semifinals Kenny Stewart scored late for Sam Houston State to beat East Texas State 80 78 in overtime Tom Johnson led Howard Payne with 31 points as Abilene Christian finished 16 11 on the season and 10 5 in the league
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Bowling League Standings and Highs Across Metros
Bowing First National Bank holds first after taking three of four from Lickety Splits in the Coffee Breakers League. In other matches Jonahs drop three of four to The Lost Four. The Kutups top Alley Rats. The BJ's sweep Don's Dist. High scores include Barbara Davis 175 440. Lanora Rohan 192 428. Jo an Begin 177 474. Dee Piltzner 192 520. Patty McDonald 189 506. Marilyn Hochstein 166 445. In Metropolitan League Exxon takes three from MGI Whoopers. Auto Parts & Machine Co. wins four from Lone Star Club.
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