Page 10 -The Michigan Daily-Monday, April 11, 1988 Netters Continued from Page 9 At no. 1 singles, Dan Goldberg overcame Purdue's Jim Gray 3-6, 6 3, 6-1. The Wolverines also had to go three sets at no. 2 singles and no. 3 doubles. Ed Nagel battled Purdue's Jim Shumacher to a 2-6, 7-5, 6-2 victory. And then Dan Goldberg and Brad Koontz teamed up for a 6-3, 4- 6, 6-3 victory over Purdue's Brian Ritz and Tom Reilly. The only defeat came at no. 2 doubles, where Purdue's John Winegardner and Tom Butterfield posted a 6-3, 6-2 win over the Wolverines Jon Morris and Mike Pizzutelo. "WE DID NOT PLAY as well as we are capable of against Purdue," said head coach Brian Eisner. Against the Fighting Illini, however, the Wolverines played much better,'and did not lose a set in the win. "We were much more relaxed." said head coach Brian Eisner, whose singles players turned in particularly strong performances. The best match of the day was between Dan Goldberg and Mark Long. Both players were content to stay back on the baseline and slug it out. Goldberg out-slugged Long 6-4, 6-3. No. 3 singles, Malivai Washington, who lost only four games during the weekend was impressive in beating Illinois' Gary Pearne, 6-0, 6-1. He also teamed up with Ed Nagel at no. 1 doubles earning a 6-2, 6-2 victory. "With their quickness, they were just dominating, " said Eisner. "Everybody's starting to develop their confidence playing outside. This is the improvement you"ve got to be able to do." A Cel As much as I hate to admit it, it looks like we'll be seeing an- other Laker-Celtic matchup come June. During the first half of the season, it looked like Atlanta or Detroit would displace Boston as Eastern Conference champs. For the first time in years, someone other than K.C. Jones coached the Eastern All-Stars. Mike Fratello did the honors, as his Hawks had the best record at the half way point in the season. The Pistons also had a strong first half, possessing one of the best benches in the league. From man one to eight, no team can top the Pistons. BUT ATLANTA and Detroit recently began to falter, and the Celtics made their move. Gradu- ally, they improved their record, and now sit atop the league. What looked to be an old tired team, got a lift from the exploits of Dirk Minniefield, who at this time last year wasn't even in the league. Then they acquired another reserve, Jim Paxson, from Port- land, and suddenly their much ma- ligned bench didn't look so bad anymore. But it's the starters that make the Celtics go, and they're stronger and healthier than ever. Kevin McHale returned from off season foot surgery, and con- tinues to be a force in the paint. Dennis Johnson and Robert Parish are rolling on, showing no signs tic-hater's nightmare BY DOUG VOLAN of age. And Larry Bird appears headed for yet another MVP award. IN ADDITION, Bill Walton is expected back for the playoffs, which would give Boston the in- spirational lift to carry them through post-season play. Being the Celtic-hater that I am, it's gravely disappointing to come to grips with this. I really thought Atlanta or Detroit would do it this year. Certainly they are capable. If only Dominique Wilkins, Kevin Willis, Tree Rollins, Jon Koncak, Antoinne Carr, and Cliff Levingston could wear down Boston's front line. If only the Pistonscould fast break them off the court. And if only Vinnie Johnson would live up to his nickname of "microwave." ONCE AGAIN, I've had to come to grips with the fact that it's just not going to happen. Kevin Willis, the only power for- ward in the league who can match up to Kevin McHale, just hasn't had a good year. The same is true for Vinnie Johnson, who's done anything but microwave his opponents. My last chance is the Lakers. Unfortunately, teams just don't seem to be able to repeat. And as the injury to Magic Johnson showed, they're not much of a team without their leader. Yes indeed, my worst night- mare will come true - there's going to be another championship banner hanging in Beantown. Expawsion woes After years of hardship in the 70's, the NBA began to pick up in the last couple of years as young stars such as Michael Jordan and Patrick Ewing came into the league. Subsequent million-dollar tele- vision contracts from CBS and WTBS have lifted the league to unprecedented prosperity. Teams can no longer lose money, as a fixed amount of revenue is guaranteed from these contracts. The owners, however, have gotten even more greedy and will add four more teams over the next couple of years. It is profitable for the owners because of the large entry fees the new franchises are required to pay. But as the owners will soon find out, expansion is a big mis- take. First of all, there are not enough quality players to go around. Present NBA rosters are polluted with the likes of Martin Nessley, Eric White, Mark Wade, and Eddie Hughes. The new teams are certain to have weak squads, filled with CBA caliber players. IN ADDITION, these new franchises will be horrible for years to come. The Clippers will be considered a powerhouse once these teams are in the league. One new team will be the Mi- ami Heat. This franchise is certain to fold within the next few years. Sure, the people of Miami are ex- cited now, but wait until they see how bad their team is. Miami is notorious for winning teams. But whenever those teams falter, the support ends there. Finally, expansion will hurt the existing teams, which are al- lowed to protect just eight players. Such teams as Dallas, Atlanta, and Detroit, who have finally moved up to challenge the Lakers and Celtics for the title will suffer the most. Each of them will lose the tremendous depth have acquired over the years. Dallas will likely lose Bill Wennington and Steve Alford. The Hawks could lose Cliff Levingston and Spud Webb. And the Pistons could lose James Edwards and Ralph Lewis. Just when new teams are beginning to emerge as powers, expansion will set them back. 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AWARDS PRESENTATION "NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS" THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 1988 ANNOUNCEMENT The Office of Minority Affairs, University of Michigan, will host Dr. Reginald Wilson as a Martin Luther King/Cesar Chavez/Rosa Parks Visiting Scholar, April 11 through 14, 1988. Dr. Wilson is Director of the Office of Minority Concerns at the American Council on Education. Dr. Wilson will give a public lecture on "Breaking Down Intellectual and Social Barriers: Creative Strategies for Recruitment and Retention of Minorities in Higher Education" at the Keffler Library, Michigan League, on Tuesday, April 12, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The lecture will be followed by a reception from 5:30-6:30 p.m. We encourage students, faculty and staff to meet with Dr. Wilson during his visit here. 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