Earnhardt tops NASCAR awards with record 4.7 million haul
New York report notes NASCAR mourned two stars lost in aviation accidents while Dale Earnhardt collected a record 4.7 million at the Winston Cup awards banquet. Bill France Jr. praised Alan Kulwicki and Davey Allison, saying their deaths were a loss to the sport’s future and heart. Four-year veteran WNC led late-season charge with 1.745 million in bonuses.
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Hawks End Rockets Streak in Lopsided Win in Atlanta
Atlanta routed Houston 133-111 to snap the Rockets’ 15-game season-opening winning streak. Mookie Blaylock led with 28 points, Dominique Wilkins added 27 as the Hawks shot over 50 percent and won at home for the eighth straight time. The victory gives Atlanta the league’s longest streak at 10 in a row and ends Houston’s bid to match the 45-year-old start record.
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Orangemen rout BU 89-70 in Carrier Classic opener
Syracuse University defeats Boston University 89 to 70 as Moten scores 14 while Autry and Hill struggle. Bench trio Rearsnider Lucious Jackson combine for 40 points 14 rebounds and six assists. SU advances to Saturday's final against Vanderbilt after a rough first half and strong late-game depth.
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Funeral for sports agent Bob Woolf draws star-studded turnout
In Brookline a large crowd including Larry King and Larry Bird attended the funeral for sports agent Bob Woolf, who died at 65 after a heart attack off Florida. Former Celtics star John Havlicek recalled learning from him as dignitaries shared memories and tributes. King spoke of Woolf staying by his side during open heart surgery.
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Vanderbilt Dominates Princeton In Carrier Classic Opener
Vanderbilt 61 Princeton 43 as the Commodores pull away in the second half led by McMahan and Evans. Princeton trailed 37-33 with 11 minutes left before Vanderbilt’s full court pressure widened the margin to finish strong in the tournament opener.
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Princeton Freshman Oster Sees Court Time In Vanderbilt Clash
In a Carrier Classic tilt, Princeton coach Carril benched freshman Oster for 18 minutes, scoring six points with four rebounds and one turnover as Vanderbilt pressed hard. The Tigers trailed 13-12 in the first half before Oster entered, then lost 61-43 amid guard struggles against the press. Oster was surprised by the late substitution and weathered the game’s rough pace.
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