Cavaliers win first ever over Bulls in Cleveland
The Cavaliers defeated Chicago 112-105 before 5,907 at the Cleveland Arena to snap a long skid against the Bulls. Len Wilkens led with 26 points, while Rick Roberson posted 21 points and 12 rebounds. Bulls coach Dick Motta eyed playoff health and Chicago’s experimentation as Cleveland extended its home record to 20-20 and pushed toward a potential 500 season.
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West Makes Bold Remark About Jerry West
Seattle coach Buckwalter labeled an extreme reaction after describing what he would do if Jerry West died. The heated quote suggests sharp rivalry and shows the tense atmosphere surrounding the star in the league.
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Lakers Roll Past Sonics Behind West Strong Finish
West produced three baskets three assists six steals and a key block as the Lakers moved from a 47-43 halftime edge to a 79-63 lead after three. Gail Goodrich Wilt Chamberlain and Mel Counts each scored 20 for Los Angeles while Seattle’s Spencer Haywood totaled 25 points and 25 rebounds.
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Elyria St Mary Wins B CYO Title In County Final
Elyria St Mary defeated Lorain St Peter 33 to 26 to claim the Class B CYO county tournament crown. Mark Cooksey led with 15 points while Ken McMahon scored 18 for St Peter.
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Panthers’ Columbus express stalls in semifinal loss
Elyria Catholic had built an 18-1 surge toward a state run after beating Twinsburg and Warren LaBrae and reaching the regional semifinal. Captain Mark Talarek and coach Bob Guinta cited confidence from key wins, but a second-half setback against Delphos St. John ended the Panthers’ dream of a state title.
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Elyria Cleared Over Minor Bleacher Damage Rumor
Elyria High officials defend the district after a $600 damage report tied to the Elyria Elder game at St. John Arena. OHSAA says Elyria bleachers suffered minor, likely age related damage and will not face charges. Principal Charles Miller urges fair assessment of accidental damage and asks for tournament expense considerations.
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Elder High wins Ohio AAA title atOSU arena debacle
Cincinnati Elder High School captured the Ohio High School Athletic Association Class AAA basketball championship by defeating Akron Central Hovor 60 53. Principal Rev Lawrence Strittmatter vows to pay 600 for damage to St John Arena and questions labor costs in Columbus. The team's 1650 students celebrated with a rally and purple and white decorations as fans reported debris on the court.
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Northfield Park readies for April 13 season opener
Northfield Park advances toward its April 13 harness racing opener as renovations continue in the grandstands with a $400,000 project. Horses begin arriving from Canada, with morning qualifying races starting April 10. Cars, escalators, and cathedral ceilings are part of the upgrades under track manager Charles Alatis.
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Pirates place Kison on 21-day disabled list
Bruce Kison, the Pirates fifth starter for much of 1972, was placed on the 21 day disabled list with a sore right shoulder. He has not pitched this spring and will miss the opening of the National League season. Manager Bill Virdon announced the move Saturday in Bradenton Florida.
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Nominees Listed for Tuesday Athletic Awards Show
Hollywood AP reports nominees for NBC’s Bob Hope Presents the Gillette Cavalcade of Champions awards are announced for Tuesday night. The list spans pro basketball stars Kareem Abdul Jabbar Wilt Chamberlain Jerry West and teams the Bucks Lakers. Pro football honorees include Larry Brown Franco Harris Earl Morall. Nicklaus Player Trevino lead golf. Baseball’s Dick Allen and White Sox bench are named along with Reds and Phillies stars. Other male pro sports feature Ali Orr and Smith.
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