On this day in 1995, the Chicago Bulls defeated the Boston Celtics 100-82, starting a home winning streak that would last 44 consecutive games. The streak ended on April 8, 1996 with the Charlotte Hornets beating Chicago 98-97.
On this day in 2009, the Miami Heat retired center Alonzo Mourning No.33 jersey.
MLB
On this day in 2008, the Washington Nationals beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 in their first game at Nationals Park.
College Basketball
On this day in 1987, Bobby Knight won his third NCAA title at Indiana, beating Syracuse 74-73 on a Keith Smart last-second shot.
On this day in 1998, the Kentucky Wildcats won their seventh NCAA title, defeating Utah 78-69.
On this day in 2013, Wichita State defeated Ohio State 70-66 to advance to the Final Four for the first time in 1965.
