Purdue Faces Indiana In NIT Final
In New York AP report Purdue 27 7 plays intrastate rival Indiana 21 12 in the NIT final. Center Joe Barry Carroll 7 foot 1 on a hot streak is courted by bees while Indiana aims to stop him. Purdue coach Lee Rose seeks win and becomes first coach in NIT history with two different finalists.
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Annette Hallman
Indiana Hoosier Hysteria Shaping State Basketball
The piece covers Indiana's basketball culture from high school to college, highlighting Hoosier Hysteria, key players like Oscar Robertson and George McGinnis, and the Argos versus Marion state finals. Gov. Bowen attended Argos' run to the finals as small towns rally around their teams.
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Bullets Hold Off Jazz Despite Half-Strength Lineup
Washington beats New Orleans 126-107 as Elvin Hayes scores 32 points. Dandridge Grevey and Kupchak sit due to injuries while Spencer Haywood leads Jazz with 20 and Rich Kelley adds 22. Philadelphia upsets San Antonio 124-120 as Julius Erving and Doug Collins seal win.
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Larry Bird Arrives Quietly For Coachable Press Moment
In New York the Indiana State star Larry Bird, a towering 6 11 forward from French Lick, meets reporters behind a studio setup as Kodak hosts a televised Player of the Year ceremony. Bird thanks everyone, accepts the trophy, and answers questions with calm, modest clarity.
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Kirk Happy to Be in Memphis
Dana Kirk was introduced as Memphis State's new basketball coach, pledging to win a national championship within two years. He leaves Virginia Commonwealth after three seasons and emphasizes recruiting top prep players in Memphis to keep local talent. He aims to turn the program into a national contender and defends schedule choices.
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Spook” Murphy
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