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Rockets upset Warriors in Game 4, Snap Home Game Winning Streak

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6 years ago

May 23, 2018

Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr during the postgame Press Conference. Photo by Brandon Aninipot

The last time the Golden State Warriors lost a playoff game at home was in 2016 when Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers won an emotional Game 7 of the NBA Championships. The Houston Rockets have now snapped the Warriors NBA-record of the most postseason home games won following Tuesday night’s 95-92 lost in Oakland

“I thought we made a great push in the third, but we weren’t really able to make many subs. Our normal sub patterns obviously was skewed anyway with Andre’s absence,” Coach Steve Kerr said, noting Andre Iguodala’s time off due to a left knee injury made for key players like Kevin Durant and Draymond Green play for longer periods of time.

“We just ran out of gas. They just outplayed us in the fourth and they earned it” he added.

”Now we’ve got to fight and really understand that this is a true playoff-type experience,” Curry said.

The Warriors went on a run early in the first quarter up 12-0, before Harden scored Houston’s first basket off of a fluke pass to Green.

At the half, James Harden had 24 points accompanied by Chris Paul’s 14 points while the Warriors were carried by Durant, who went for 15; and the warriors were down, 46-53.

A fade away by KD started the momentum for the Warriors in the 3rd quarter and Curry got into a streak. As the fans began to rise to their feet, Curry cooked Rocket’s Damian Jones by hitting a step back 3 pointer forcing the Rockets to call a timeout – only giving the crowd more time to erupt.

The Warriors season high 3rd quarter was led by Curry shooting for 17 points, making 5 of 8 three point shots. But the spurt did not carry them in the fourth quarter. Paul, a team captain for Houston, lead the 3rd quarter for Houston with 5 points and again in the 4th quarter with 8, going for 27 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists.

After losing Game 3 Sunday night by 41, the Rockets won Game 4 because of their grit and defense.

Rockets Coach Mike D’Antoni called his team “soft” after their loss in game 3, and though Harden and Paul both brushed off the comment, both played as if they had something to prove.

Game 5 will be back in Houston and regardless of who wins the Western Conference Finals will meet in Oakland again on Saturday May 26th.

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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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BART to Retire Legacy Trains in Public Ceremony April 20

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April 20, 2024

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Bay Area Rapid Transit’s final dispatch of legacy trains will take place on Saturday, April 20, and will be accompanied by a retirement ceremony and a final legacy ride.

At 1 p.m., the public is invited to celebrate the last run of BART’s legacy trains during a ceremony that will take place in the free area of the plaza at MacArthur Station in Oakland.

Following the ceremony, the public is invited to board a legacy train and ride from MacArthur to Fremont Station, mirroring the initial service BART provided when it opened Sept. 11, 1972.

“It’s a 45-minute trip that travels along approximately 24 miles of the original section of tracks,” BART officials said.

Multiple legacy trains will run for the event, and all will make station stops and may turn around at Bay Fair depending on the number of attendees waiting to ride. Regular fares will apply.

“These train cars are part of the history of the Bay Area,” said Bob Powers, BART general manager. “While we are excited to modernize the system, we recognize the profound cultural importance of these cars, and we want to celebrate their rich history and give them a proper send off.”

BART is now running train cars from its Fleet of the Future project.

Those nostalgic for the older trains will be able to view three of them soon at Western Railway Museum in Suisun City.

A handful of other legacy cars will be transferred to be repurposed for short-term rentals, entertainment venues, and training facilities, according to BART. Most of the legacy cars have been recycled.

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Mind, Body, and Spiritual Well-Being for Women Addressed in NAACP Forum in Oakland

The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is proud to announce the upcoming “Total You – Mind, Body, and Spirit Women’s Health Forum” scheduled for April 27 at Acts Full Gospel Church. Running from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1034 66th Ave., this forum aims to provide an empowering platform for women to engage in discussions, gain knowledge, and access resources pertaining to their health and well-being.

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April 20, 2024

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The panel will address various aspects of women’s health, including physical, mental and emotional well-being and relationships. iStock photo by Jorge Elizaquibel.

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The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is proud to announce the upcoming “Total You – Mind, Body, and Spirit Women’s Health Forum” scheduled for April 27 at Acts Full Gospel Church.

Running from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1034 66^th Ave., this forum aims to provide an empowering platform for women to engage in discussions, gain knowledge, and access resources pertaining to their health and well-being.

The forum will feature renowned experts, healthcare professionals, and advocates from Genentech, John Muir Health, Sutter Health of The East Bay, Kaiser Permanente, and the Alameda County Public Health Department.

Our expert panel will address various aspects of women’s health, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and healthy relationships. The forum will encompass a wide range of topics such as breast cancer, menopause, reproductive health, nutrition, mental health awareness, preventive care, and much more.

Participants will have the opportunity to attend informative sessions, interactive workshops, and panel discussions led by experts in their respective fields. Additionally, there will be wellness activities, screenings, and informational booths offering valuable resources and support.

This forum is open to women of all ages and backgrounds, encouraging inclusivity and diversity in the conversation surrounding women’s health. Whether you’re seeking information for yourself, a loved one, or simply looking to connect with other women, this event promises to be enlightening and empowering.

For more information and to register for the Total You Women’s Health Forum, please visit https://www.naacpoakland.org/ or contact Dr. Delores Thompson. WIN chairwoman at (510) 328-3638.

The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is dedicated to empowering women, and young teen girls. We look forward to your participation in this important event.

To register, go to https://www.naacpoakland.org/events/the-total-you-womens-health-forum