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Big 5 1972 Basketball Program Penn Vs. St. Joseph's Palestra Illustrated

Big 5 1972 Basketball Program Penn Vs. St. Joseph's Palestra Illustrated

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The Penn vs. St. Joseph's basketball game on December 13, 1972, was a classic Big 5 rivalry at The Palestra, where Penn's Bob Power dominated the first half with 23 points/15 rebounds, and George Roberts took over the second with 31 points (24 after halftime), leading the Quakers to a big home win in a fiercely contested game that coach John McCaffery emphasized enjoying for its pure basketball joy. 
Here's a breakdown of the game:
  • Winner: University of Pennsylvania (Penn).
  • Key Players:
    • Penn: Bob Power (23 pts, 15 reb) & George Roberts (31 pts).
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