Dolphins Clinch Division with 28 24 Victory Over Jets
The Miami Dolphins stay unbeaten at 10 0 by beating the New York Jets 28 24 to win the American Conference Eastern Division title the earliest since the league formed six divisions. Earl Morrall connected with Howard Twilley for a TD while Mike Phipps and other stars fueled divisions and playoff chase.
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Kush Expects Fiesta Bowl Showdown In Tucson
Arizona State coach Frank Kush says the ASU Arizona game in Tucson will be a hard fought clash with Fiesta Bowl implications. He notes ASU’s big win over San Jose State with Woody Green rushing for 201 yards and 2 scores while Sun Devils eye a fourth straight WAC title and Fiesta berth.
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Maravich Scores Season High In Hawks Victory
Pete Maravich poured in 45 points to lift the Atlanta Hawks to a 126 122 win over the Phoenix Suns Saturday night. Atlanta led each quarter but trailed 8 2 early before Maravich sparked a four basket burst to seize the lead. The Hawks expanded a 20 point edge in the third as Dick Van Arsdale and Connie Hawkins spurred Phoenix comeback.
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Lakers and Knicks Pace NBA With Wins and Rally Victories
The Lakers extended their win streak to 10 with a 135 95 rout of the 76ers for their 16th victory tying the league lead. The Knicks, idle Sunday, had earlier rallied to beat the Bucks 87 86 as Willis Reed helped disrupt Kareem Abdul Jabbar late.
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Banditos reach state title game with 12 0 win over Sabers
Scottsdale Banditos shut out Tempe Sabers 12 to 0 in a muddy state semi final, scoring in the second and fourth quarters. Mallenfant 1 yard TD run sealed the win as defense limited Tempe to 15 rushing yards and recovered a fumble. The Banditos travel to San Diego for a matchup with Chulla Vista.
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Bruins Sweep Islanders as Orr Proves Back in Form
Bobby Orr returned to score a goal and assist as the Boston Bruins beat the New York Islanders 7 3, extending a three game winning streak. In other NHL action Pittsburgh defeated the Rangers, Minnesota beat Chicago, and Atlanta edged Philadelphia.
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Hokams Edge Taft 16-8 in Wild Weather Holiday Showdown
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