Bird's Bank Shot Beats Philly to complete the comeback, Bobby Allison's Scary Talladega Crash Led to Change, and the unlikely Funny Cide wins the Derby - This DiSH for May 3

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1981, the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers in game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals, completing the 3-1 comeback.

In 1987, Bobby Allison's scary crash into the grandstand catch fence at 210 mph led to a quick change to racing at Super Speedways.

In 2003, 12-1 underdog Funny Cide won the Kentucky Derby.

In 1986, 17-1 longshot Ferdinand won the Kentucky Derby

In 1964, golfer Pete Brown became the first black golfer to ever win a PGA tour event when he won the Waco Turner Open in Oklahoma by a shot over Dan Sikes.

In 1970, the Jack Nicklaus - Arnold Palmer rivalry was on display in the Byron Nelson Classic.

In 1936, Joe Dimaggio made his major league debut with the New York Yankees in impressive fashion.

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