Sixers rout Knicks 130 90 in playoff opener
Philadelphia dominates New York 130 to 90 as eight players score in double figures. Willis Reed praises the 76ers personnel while San Antonio tops Washington 114 103 with George Gervin scoring 35. Seattle beats L A 111 102. Sonics to meet Trail Blazers.
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Player surges to seven-stroke win at Tournament of Champions
Gary Player started seven behind but fired a 5 under 67 on the final round at La Costa to finish 281 7 under par. He earned 45000 from a 225000 purse as Lee Trevino and Andy North tied for second at 283. Jack Nicklaus, defending champion, faded with a 77.
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Handley eyes Clarke Invitational title in windy day
In a windy Clarke County Invitational, Handley led by capturing both relays and the mile, despite top runners missing with injuries. James Wood fought in the mile relay controversy, while Clarke County’s Nowlen dominated AA events with sprint and jump wins as Central led the AA division in weights.
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Forsch Pitches No Hit Game In Busch Stadium
In a Sunday game at Busch Stadium, St Louis pitcher Bob Forsch threw a 5 0 no hitter against the Philadelphia Phillies after a disputed eighth inning error by Ken Reitz. The game featured 11 495 in attendance and several NL results: Astros beat Reds 4 3 in 13, Dodgers over Braves 8 0, Giants 8 Padres 4, Cubs 5 Pirates 1, Expos 4 Mets ?
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Handley Wins Invitational Tennis Championship
Handley Rivered the Harrisonburg team 5-4 to capture the first Handley Invitational title. Greg Dellinger of Harrisonburg earned the MVP trophy after beating Mike Perry in first singles 10-8, while Handley bounced back by sweeping the final two doubles. Perry and Pifer won second doubles 10-2 and Ramey and Pugh claimed third doubles 10-5 to seal the victory.
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Yankees Back Up To Old Tricks
The 1978 season opens with the Yankees fined five players 500 dollars each for a Welcome Home Luncheon. Jaig Nettles sat out due to flu but returned to drive in an RBI single as New York stunned Chicago 3-0. Other AL results include Red Sox over Rangers 6-0 and Orioles split with Brewers 7-5 and 9-2.
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