In the NHL, the Florida Panthers lead the Edmonton Oilers 3-2 in a best-of-seven series, while the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers are knotted at 2-2 headed into Monday’s Game 5 in the NBA. Meanwhile,

Larry Bird delivered on his promise after the NBA Finals ended 25 years ago, leaving his post as the Indiana Pacers head coach despite coming within two games of a championship victory — a decision that crushed the hearts of Indy fans who already had to deal with the anguish of defeat.