Good morning, Sports fans! It’s your official broadcaster and gambler Davey Mac here and we’ve got a big Sports Report for ya this morning! The World Baseball Classic finals! Magic Johnson in the NFL? And more! But first…
…Sad news to report from the world of basketball…where we just lost a true New York Sports legend…as Knicks captain Willis Reed has died. He was 80. Reed was the iconic leader and star center for the Knicks in the ’60’s and ’70’s and led the team to two championships (in 1970 and 1973).
NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 04: NBA legend Willis Reed poses with his Wheaties box during the unveiling of the special-edition Wheaties box at the NBA Store on February 4, 2009 in New York City. (Photo by Scott Gries/Getty Images)
The seven-time All Star and NBA Hall-Of-Famer will always be remembered for hobbling onto the court for Game 7 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Lakers in 1970. Reed had badly injured his leg previously in the series and was thought to be out for the game. But Reed came out to the court in warmups, started the game, and the Garden went nuts…the Knicks went on to win the game…113 to 99…and ultimately the series. It was the Knicks’ first NBA Championship. Iconic moment.
In later years Reed…greatly respected for not just his leadership skills but also his mind…had jobs in front office positions…including being a head coach and general manager. He also stayed close to his former Knicks teammates and to the Knicks organization.
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 04: General Manager, New York Knicks Scott Perry, Executive President, New York Knicks Steve Mills, Former Player, New York Knicks Willis Reed, Head Coach, New York Knicks David Fizdale and Former Player, New York Knicks Walt “Clyde” Frazier attend The Hospital for Special Surgery 35th Tribute Dinner at the American Museum of Natural History on June 4, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Hospital for Special Surgery)
We lost a true New York Sports Legend in Will Reed. But his memory will live on. Rest in peace, Willis. I’m Davey Mac.
Nets Fall To Cavs
The Nets lost to the Cavaliers last night…115 to 109. The Nets drop to 39 and 33 for the season….sixth place in the Eastern Conference.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 21: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots against Mikal Bridges #1 of the Brooklyn Nets during their game at Barclays Center on March 21, 2023 in New York City. User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Knicks Vs. Heat Tonight
Meanwhile, the Knicks go against the Heat in Miami. The Knicks are 42 and 31 this year…fifth in the East.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 07: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks shoots against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Madison Square Garden on March 07, 2023 in New York City. User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Sixers Vs. Bulls
The 76’ers take on the Bulls in Chicago. The Sixers are 48 and 23…third in the East.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – MARCH 20: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the second quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Wells Fargo Center on March 20, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
Devils Defeated By Wild
The Devils lost to the Wild in Overtime…2 to 1. The Devils are 45-18-8 for the season.
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – MARCH 21: Mason Shaw #15 of the Minnesota Wild gets the puck past Vitek Vanecek #41 of the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Prudential Center on March 21, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. The Minnesota Wild defeated the New Jersey Devils 2-1 in overtime. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Rangers Lose To 'Canes
The Rangers fell to the Hurricanes…3 to 2. The Rangers are now 41-20-10 for the year.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 21: Jesperi Kotkaniemi #82 of the Carolina Hurricanes trips Tyler Motte #14 of the New York Rangers during the second period at Madison Square Garden on March 21, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Flyers Crush Panthers
The Flyers dominated the Panthers…6 to 3. Travis Sanheim had two goals for Philly. The Flyers improve to 26-32-12 in 2022-23.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – MARCH 21: Travis Sanheim #6, Joel Farabee #86 and Cam York #45 of the Philadelphia Flyers react to a goal by Sanheim during the second period against the Florida Panthers at Wells Fargo Center on March 21, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
Yanks Take Down Detroit
The Yanks beat the Tigers…6 to 3. Josh Donaldson had two home runs in the win. The Yankees are 10 and 14 in Spring Training.
Josh Donaldson #28 of the New York Yankees (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
Phils Lose To Pirates
The Phillies lost to the Pirates…4 to 3. The Phillies are 13 and 11 in the preseason.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 23: Rob Thomson #59 of the Philadelphia Phillies poses for a portrait during media day at BayCare Ballpark on February 23, 2023 in Clearwater, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Mets Vs. Astros Today
The Mets were off. They play the Astros today. The Mets are 9 and 13 in the Spring thus far.
PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 23: David Robertson #30 of the New York Mets poses for a portrait during New York Mets Photo Day at Clover Park on February 23, 2023 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Japan Beats U.S. In WBC Final
Japan beat the U.S. in the World Baseball Classic Finals. It ended on Angels teammates and superstars Shohei Ohtani striking out Mike Trout.
MIAMI, FLORIDA – MARCH 21: Shohei Ohtani #16 of Team Japan pitches in the ninth inning against Team USA during the World Baseball Classic Championship at loanDepot park on March 21, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
Magic Johnson Trying To Buy Commanders
“Magic” Johnson will lead a group to potentially buy the Washington Commanders. The basketball Hall Of Famer already is part-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 19: Former player, Magic Johnson looks on during the NBA match between Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons at The Accor Arena on January 19, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)
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