Buffalo drafts Haywood inNBA draft sparks controversy
The 1969 NBA draft saw Buffalo Braves select Spencer Haywood amid disputes on his eligibility while Seattle and Cleveland claim their own rights. Commissioner Kennedy disputes Haywood’s draft status as teams weigh legal and league rules about college players turning pro after graduation.
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Condors Sign Porter in Legal Turmoil Over Next Move
The Pittsburgh Condors signed Howard Porter to an ABA contract but legal questions loom over his next season. Porter a former NCAA most valuable player reportedly drew interest from two agents negotiating different deals including a reported five year million dollar pact with Pittsburgh.
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Royals seek turnaround with May and Patek in camp
Kansas City Royals bolster lineup by adding right hander Jerry May and speedster Freddie Patek from Pittsburgh in a winter trade. May may share catching duties or lead the catching staff, while Patek adds speed and infield versatility at shortstop. The club aims to improve on recent fourth place finishes in the American League West with a young core and developing players.
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Chicago White Sox
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UCLA Coach Discusses Next Season and Walton Emergence
UCLA coach John Wooden spoke with Southern California basketball writers about the upcoming season after the national title. He noted Sidney Wicks and Curtis Rowe returning, potential freshmen starters, and cautioned not to expect another Lew Alcindor.
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Patterson Wins In Ninth Round Over Russell In Philadelphia
Floyd Patterson 36 of New York scored a ninth round technical knockout over Roger Russell at the Arena Philadelphia. Patterson outweighed Russell 192 to 185 pounds and dominated the fight until the stoppage by referee Zack Clayton at 1 29 of the ninth. Russell sustained a cut over the left eye and complained of the eye after the seventh round. He had fought his way to the ropes in the ninth before Patterson regained control and finished the bout.
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Bucks rally past Warriors 104 90 to take 2 0 lead in NBA series
In Madison Dandridge and Smith led Milwaukee as they rallied from a halftime deficit to defeat San Francisco 104 90. Lew Alcindor scored 26 while Dandridge added 21. Attles acknowledged the challenge as the best of seven continues with game three tonight. Other playoff games listed include Baltimore at Philadelphia New York at Atlanta and Los Angeles at Chicago.
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Greg Smith
Warriors
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White Sox rebuild infield and outfield impact eyed
Sarasota report notes the Chicago White Sox reshaped its roster by trading Luis Aparicio to Boston for Mike Andrews and Luis Alvarado, and adding Lee Maye Jay Johnstone and Pat Kelly to bolster infield and outfield. Manager Chuck Tanner plans May to first base with Melton at third, while catching remains solid with Duane Josephson and Ed Herrmann. Pitching features Rommy John and Joel Horlen with Wilbur Wood bullpen, as the team aims to improve from last season’s weak fielding and pitching.
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Royals Trade Lynn Robinson to Lakers amid coach Cousy comments
Lynn Robinson moved from Cincinnati to Los Angeles in a Monday trade as coach Red Auerbach era remarks and captain Bob Cousy frame a shifting Royals backcourt. Robinson says he is glad to leave Cincinnati and stresses he aims to fit a new team system after a poised rookie season.
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