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Warriors Force Game 7, Head Back To LA

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10 years ago

May 2, 2014

This has been one series that’s been unpredictable from the start. The controversial audio from Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling is no longer a factor. Coming into game six, the Clippers believed they had their emotions under control and would close out the Warriors to move onto the next round in the playoffs.

Unfortunately, Golden State forced a game seven after defeating LA 100-99 to tie the series. Stephen Curry finished with 24 points to avoid elimination and the Warriors will head back to the Staples Center. And this time it will only be about basketball leaving the drama behind.

“We are going to a game 7 despite all the sideline music, and I like my chances because I’ve got a group of guys that want to do whatever it takes to win,” said head coach Mark Jackson.

The Clippers got off to a great start dominating the boards early but Draymond Green defending Blake Griffin made all the difference in the game. Griffin who normally has his way with the Warriors missed 15 of his first 20 shots and looked frustrated by Green’s defense.

“It’s all or nothing,” Green said. “It’s our season on the line. It’s a lot of things on the line. We’re going to go battle for each other. We’re going to battle for coach.”

After Green was forced to the bench with five fouls early in the fourth and David Lee fouling out, Griffin took over the game making a reverse layup and hitting a pair of jumpers. But Green returned and forced Griffin to miss a field-goal attempt before he fouled out of the game with almost two minutes left in the fourth quarter.

A brilliant move by Curry who was fouled with 0.4 seconds left. LA struggled hitting shots from outside after multiple attempts until Matt Barnes banked in a shot with 1.1 seconds left on the clock. Curry made his first free throw but missed the second deliberately to run the clock out before the Clippers had a chance to shoot for the game winner.

“It was one of the hustle games,” said head coach Doc Rivers. “Give them credit. I thought they came up with just enough plays to beat us.”

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Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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April 26, 2024

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DA Pamela Price Stands by Mom Who Lost Son to Gun Violence in Oakland

Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018.

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April 22, 2024

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District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones

Publisher’s note: Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018. The photo was too small for readers to see where the women were and what they were doing. Here we show Price and Jones as they complete a walk in memory of Scott. For more information and to contribute, please contact Carol Jones at 510-978-5517 at morefoundation.help@gmail.com. Courtesy photo.

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Vallejo Welcomes Interim City Manager Beverli Marshall

At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10. Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

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April 22, 2024

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Beverli Marshall began her first day with the City on April 10. ICMA image.

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At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10.

Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

Current City Manager Michael Malone, whose official departure is slated for April 18, expressed his well wishes. “I wish the City of Vallejo and Interim City Manager Marshall all the best in moving forward on the progress we’ve made to improve service to residents.” Malone expressed his hope that the staff and Council will work closely with ICM Marshall to “ensure success and prosperity for the City.”

According to the Vallejo Sun, Malone stepped into the role of interim city manager in 2021 and became permanent in 2022. Previously, Malone served as the city’s water director and decided to retire from city service e at the end of his contract which is April 18.

“I hope the excellent work of City staff will continue for years to come in Vallejo,” he said. “However, recent developments have led me to this decision to announce my retirement.”

When Malone was appointed, Vallejo was awash in scandals involving the housing division and the police department. A third of the city’s jobs went unfilled during most of his tenure, making for a rocky road for getting things done, the Vallejo Sun reported.

At last night’s council meeting, McConnell explained the selection process, highlighting the council’s confidence in achieving positive outcomes through a collaborative effort, and said this afternoon, “The Council is confident that by working closely together, positive results will be obtained.”

While the search for a permanent city manager is ongoing, an announcement is expected in the coming months.

On behalf of the City Council, Mayor McConnell extended gratitude to the staff, citizen groups, and recruitment firm.

“The Council wishes to thank the staff, the citizens’ group, and the recruitment firm for their diligent work and careful consideration for the selection of what is possibly the most important decision a Council can make on behalf of the betterment of our City,” McConnell said.

The Vallejo Sun contributed to this report.