Tag: Minnesota Timberwolves

Was Kobe Bryant Intentionally Poisoned in 2002? – This DiSH for May 20

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In 2002, Kobe Bryant woke up at 1 a.m. on this day with stomach issues after ordering hotel room service. He was apparently the only one who got sick at the hotel that night. 

In 1972, the Indiana Pacers beat the New York Nets to win the ABA championship for the second time. 

In 1979, the Winnipeg Jets beat Wayne Gretzky and the Edmonton Oilers to win the World Hockey Association’s final Avco Cup. 

In 2000, Minnesota Timberwolf Malik Sealey was killed by a drunk driver. 

In 1972, Bee Bee Bee was a 19-1 longshot but still won the Preakness Stakes

In 1988, the bull Red Rock was finally ridden successfully.

And in 1922, Kenessaw Mountain Landis reinstated Babe Ruth and two others after breaking the rules at the end of 1921.

 

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Dale Hunter’s Cheap Shot on Pierre Turgeon – This DiSH for April 28

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In 1993, Washington’s Dale Hunter delivered a cheap shot on New York Islander Pierre Turgeon after he intercepted Hunter’s pass and scored to make it 5-1.

In 1965, Lyndsey Nelson broadcast a baseball game from an unusual spot. 

In 1988, the Baltimore Orioles lost their 21st straight game to open the season. 

In 1987, the NBA announced it was expanding into Charlotte, Miami, Orlando, and Minnesota

And in 1967, Muhammad Ali refused induction into the Army. 

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Bryce Drew’s iconic shot – This DiSH for March 13

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In 1998 – Bryce Drew sank one of the most iconic shots in the NCAA Tournament.

In 1983, Jim Valvano and his NC State Wolfpack won the ACC Tournament. 

In 2011, Kevin Love’s NBA record double-doubles came to an end.

And in 1954, an unfortunate injury opened the door for a young, soon-to-be star. 

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