Lakers Wayward Season Tests Westhead Chemistry
A Los Angeles Lakers season framed by coach Westhead replacing McKinney after a bicycle accident. Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Magic Johnson led a volatile mix, with Westhead guiding the team to a championship and restoring fan interest. The piece weighs in on coaching chemistry, race dynamics, and the NBA’s rebounding fortunes.
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Celtics edge toward No 1 draft pick bid in Tuesday draft
Boston Celtics hold the No 1 selection after the Bob McAdoo trade with Detroit and face a drafting dilemma among Darrell Griffith Joe Barry Carroll and Kevin McHale. The team seeks a backcourt boost and a top center as Dave Cowens nears retirement with Cowens injured and Archibald under a big contract. Rick Robey contributed this season as the club weighs options for a title run.
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Rangers Pitcher Darwin Out Four Weeks With Hand Injury
Texas Rangers pitcher Danny Darwin will be sidelined at least four weeks after injuring his right hand in an after game scuffle with Chicago White Sox fans. The incident follows recent playoff pressure and draft chatter across the NBA and major leagues, with teams weighing guards and centers as drafts loom in New York.
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Tom Watson Seeks U S Open Prestige
Tom Watson, top golfer for three years, believes winning the U S Open would complete his career. The Springfield native, famed for wealth and honors, eyes the sport s premier prize to mark a crowning achievement.
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Leonard Duran bout favors Leonard as betting pick
Readers question who will be favored in the Ray Leonard versus Roberto Duran fight. The consensus has Leonard as the likely betting favorite around 7-5, with Duran initially favored but concerns rising about his form and lifestyle. Other items mention boxing gossip and golf Open details, including Baltusrol course notes, Nicklaus, Trevino, and Ballesteros.
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