Michigan State Nets NCAA Crown in Salt Lake City
Coach Jud Heathcote uses a "Matchup Zone" that baffled opponents as Michigan State defeats Indiana State 75-64 to become the 1978-79 NCAA basketball champions. Earvin Johnson scores 12 and Gregory Kelser 9 as Terry Donnelly sparks a second half run to break away.
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Magic Johnson Leads Spartans To NCAA Title
Earvin Johnson scored 24 points guiding Michigan State to its first national championship in a 36- point surge against Indiana State. Johnson dominated late, Kelser fouled out, Bird held in check, and coach Heathcote praised the team's resolve as Hodges reflected on a remarkable season.
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Bird Leads Indiana State in Crushing NCAA Loss
Indiana State star Larry Bird endured a painful 75-64 defeat as Michigan State overwhelmed his team in the NCAA final. Bird, dubbed Bird, scored 19 points and sobbed after the game, while Spartans defended fiercely and denied a title for the Sycamores. The result capped Bird's college career and set expectations for a pro move with the Boston Celtics holding his rights.
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Cowens Seeks Another Year As Player Coach With Celtics
Boston AP Dave Cowens says he has not enjoyed his player coach role with the Celtics but wants to try again next season. He predicts Indiana State star Larry Bird will sign with Boston and insists he could mold a team to call his own. Cowens says the coach job is his if he wants it despite frustrations.
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DePaul Scraps for 3rd Place in NCAA Match
DePaul and Penn battled in the national third place game at Salt Lake City. DePaul led by 23 before errors late in regulation allowed Penn to force overtime, with Tony Price pouring in 31 points for the East Regional champions and James Salters tying late to send the game to overtime.
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Sabres edge Blues 4-2 on road despite delays
Buffalo Sabres coach Billy Inglis praised team unity after a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Blues. The Sabres endured lengthy airport waits on the trip but turned adversity into success, with a late third period burst by Gil in a two-goal span.
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Lieberman Named to All-America Team
New York TAP reports Old Dominion star Lieberman 5-10 joins the Kodak Women’s All-America after 20 points against Louisiana Tech helped OD U win the AIAW championship 75 65. She emphasizes Olympic glory and staying with OD U amid interest from Tennessee.
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