Another Lakers-Celtics Game 7 OT Thriller, Maple Leafs stun the Red Wings in Game 7, Moses Malone first High Schooler drafted - This DiSH for April 18

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1962, the Boston Celtics won a thrilling game 7 over the Los Angeles Lakers.

In 1966, Boston's Red Auerbach announced his retirement and that Bill Russell would take over for him as head coach.

In 1946, Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in the INternational League, starting for the Montreal Royals.

In 1978, New York's Billy Martin and Baltimore's Earl Weaver nearly got in a fight during a game.

In 1942, the Toronto Maple Leafs became the first team to come back to win the Stanley Cup after trailing 3-0.

In 1974, the ABA's Utah Stars drafted Moses Malone out of high school.

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