Lakers edge Knicks as DeBusschere hampered by hip injury
The Los Angeles Lakers lead the Knicks two games to one in the NBA finals after a 107 96 Knicks loss in Madison Square Garden. Dave DeBusschere played only the first half due to a hip problem, while Jerry West contributed 21 points and key plays as Los Angeles hinted at wrapping up the title.
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Watkins Tries For Steeler Position
Logan West Virginia United Press International reports Preston Watkins, former Logan High School and Bluefield State College football end, will try out for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season.
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Lakers Edge Knicks 107 96 For 2 1 Edge In Finals
Wilt Chamberlain led Los Angeles with 26 points and 9 from the field as the Lakers beat New York 107 96 to take a 2 1 lead in the NBA championship series. Gail Goodrich added 25 points and Jerry West reached 4 001 playoff points, aiding a strong third quarter run that broke the game open.
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Riva Ridge Poised for Triple Crown Assault at Derby
Riva Ridge is favored to win the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs as Meadow Stable owner Mrs. John Tweedy and trainer Lucian Laurin pursue a Triple Crown. Other top contenders include Key To The Mint and Hold Your Peace as hope remains for Preakness and Belmont glory.
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Daniel Signs With Fairmont
Daniel signs with Fairmont State College following a standout two year career at Woodrow Wilson. The 6-2 190 pound senior played defensive and offensive end, caught 16 passes for 287 yards and four touchdowns, and earned All Southern and state honors. He joins former Woodrow players at Fairmont and is expected to be used as a split end.
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Bruins Aim to Complete Stanley Cup Sweep in New York
Boston riding a nine game win streak leads the series two games to none and can clinch the title with a win in New York tonight. Phil Esposito Vic Hadfield Emile Francis Jean Ratelle Rod Gilbert Gerry Cheevers are among key figures discussed in this update from New York.
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Walker the Astros Turn Pennant Contenders
Pirates report a reshaped Houston Astros roster built by trades led by catcher John Edwards first baseman Lee May and pitchers Dave Roberts and Jerry Reuss. Harry Walker, once Pirates manager, now guides a team speaking for itself as he says trading is the hardest part of building a winner.
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Nets Aim for Game Seven Win in Eastern ABA Series
In Norfolk the New York Nets seek an away victory to clinch the Eastern Division playoff series against the Virginia Squires. Billy Paultz rebounded strongly in Game Six, scoring 3 points and 14 boards, while Ray Scott vows a tougher response in the Scope Arena showdown.
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NFL Owners Must Answer NLRB Charges On Fines And Turf
The NLRB charged 108 fines levied on players for leaving benches during three pre season games and demanded owners return over 20000 dollars and negotiate with the Players Association on fines and artificial turf. Ed Garvey welcomed the ruling while NFL officials signaled willingness to meet.
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Card Fans Missed First Home Win By Cardinals
St Louis beat Cincinnati 2 1 at Busch Stadium in front of 6935 fans the second smallest crowd in the venue opened in 1966 Ed Crosby drove in two runs with a bases loaded single in the fourth for St Louis Reggie Cleveland earned his second win allowing six hits Johnny Bench homered and doubled for Cincinnati Jack Billingham took the loss now 0 4. Jim McGlothlin set to pitch for the Reds next.
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Baseball Leaders Summary From National and American Leagues
National League leading batters include Darin Darwin Minn Cash Det Allen Chi and Powell Ball Cardenas Cal May Chi Horton and Stanley Det May Mil Murcer NY Duncan Oak and Howard Tex with 2 RBIs. Pitching leaders are Ray Hou Sutton LA Seaver NY Carlton Phil Nolan Cin Matlack NY and McDowell SF with strong win totals. American League leaders include Darwin Minn Cash Det Powell Balt Freehan Det Robinson Balt Allen May Chi and Howard Tex with 9 RBIs. Pitching leaders list Blyleven Minn Lolich Det McNally Ball Wood Chi Coleman Det Perry Wilcox Cleve with top win counts.
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