Celtics Triumph Over Lakers In Game Seven, Clinch Title
The Boston Celtics edged the Los Angeles Lakers 108 to 106 on the Lakers home court at the Forum before a 17 568 crowd to win the NBA championship. John Havlicek and Don Nelson sparked the comeback as Sam Jones closed out his final game and Bill Russell celebrated his 11th title season. West scored 14 in five minutes to narrow the gap but Boston held on led by Havlicek Siegfried and Nelson to seal the victory. West earned the Sport Magazine MVP honor for the series with 556 points.
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Sport Magazine
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San Francisco
Warriors
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Counts
Tom Hawkins
NBA
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Big Bill
York Purse Heads Eight In Shenandoah Downs Feature
Manuel Mendelson's Dr.'s Choice and Carylin Meier's Mountain Cabin lead an eight horse York Purse field at Shenandoah Downs. Dr.'s Choice faded to second by three quarters of a length two weeks ago. Mountain Cabin was two lengths behind Jackie Z in high claiming company. Also listed are Hunton F. Atwell entries Cherry Lane and Darby's Treasure, plus Amy O., Music Whirl, Friendly Count and Royal De Fur. Babe Parilli, Jets backup QB, worked with Washington QBs during spring practice.
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West Versus East Opens First Non-Division Baseball Play
East meets West as major league teams begin extended inter-division play in 1969. Tigers and Cardinals, defending pennant winners, face early struggles while Orioles and Cubs lead in their divisions. Notable debuts include Stoneman Maloney Wilson no hitters and Frank Robinson's April homer binge.
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Eagles Name Pete Retzlaff as GM and VP
Pete Retzlaff to run the Philadelphia Eagles as vice president and general manager after Leonard Tose bought the team. Retzlaff, a former tight end and TV sportscaster, will choose a new coach, with Jerry Williams or Charley Gauer as leading candidates depending on contract talks.
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Associated Press
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Kuharich
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Calgary
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Celtics Claim NBA Title In Tight Victory Over Lakers
Boston's Celtics edged the Los Angeles Lakers 108-106 to win the NBA title as Bob Russell praised teamwork. Wilt Chamberlain, hampered by fouls and injury, left the court with five minutes remaining while Jerry West and Elgin Baylor led a Lakers rally but failed to overcome Boston's cohesive play.
Celtics Capture NBA Title In Comeback Victory
The Boston Celtics defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 108 to 106 to win the NBA championship, coming from a 2-0 series deficit. Jerry West scored 42 points for the Lakers, while Boston balanced scoring and a strong defensive effort carried the title on their home court in a dramatic finish.
Virginia Cavaliers and Hokies clash in Big Five baseball
Virginia and Virginia Tech renew title hopes in a Big Five baseball showdown on Virginia field as both teams chase remaining conference wins and state bragging rights. Old Dominion also seeks a Mason Dixon crown bid at Hampden Sydney with a pivotal clash against Randolph-Macon looming.
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