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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1976

Page

7

Spurs Enter NBA as Contenders Under Moe’s System

The Spurs begin their maiden NBA season under coach Doug Moe with a pressure defense and freelance offense. The 12 man roster features Larry Kenon George Gervin Billy Paultz James Silas and Mike Gale with a mix of youth and experience. They aim to press and run every possession, seeking high tempo and sharp passing to create good percentage shots.

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Midwest NBA Shuffle Breathes Life Into Tough Division

The ABA’s demise spurred the NBA Midwest Division revival with Denver and Detroit boosting lively rosters. Milwaukee and Chicago face struggles while Kansas City and Detroit chase improved records as key ABA players transition to the NBA.

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Warriors poised to reclaim Pacific Division lead after playoff run

The Golden State Warriors, despite a surprising Suns upset in last season’s semifinals, are again seen as division favorites led by center trio Clifford Ray George Johnson Robert Parish and star swingmen Rick Barry Jamaal Wilkes. Coach Al Attles relies on Smith and Charley Johnson in backcourt with Gus Williams coming off the bench.

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Lakers Upgrade with West and Abdul-Jabbar Highlight Trade talk

The article surveys Los Angeles and Seattle rosters as the Lakers pursue depth with Jerry West back in action and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar leading a revamped squad that added Don Chaney and Mack Calvin after Gail Goodrich's departure. It notes Seattle’s lineup featuring Fred Brown Tom Burleson Leonard Gray Slick Watts Herm Gilliam and Dennis Johnson as potential contributors.

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