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Sports fans everywhere have a new reason to cheer with 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV. This exciting program takes viewers on a journey through some of the most awe-inspiring moments in the history of sports, bringing together highlights from across the decades and around the globe.

Each episode of 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV features a countdown of the most unforgettable, game-changing plays and performances that have shaped the world of sports, across a wide range of disciplines, including football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and more. The show is hosted by experts and sports journalists who share their insights and commentary, along with interviews and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage.

No matter what your favorite sport may be, you'll find plenty to love about this fast-paced and exciting series. From buzzer-beating shots to game-winning goals, 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV captures the essence of what makes sports so compelling â the thrill of victory, the heartbreak of defeat, and the amazing feats of athleticism that continue to inspire us all.

One of the most exciting things about 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV is the way it brings together highlights from multiple sports and multiple eras. This means that viewers get to see some classic moments they may have missed the first time around, while also getting a chance to discover new heroes and legends they may not have been familiar with.

But the show isn't just about the biggest names and the most legendary moments. 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV also celebrates the underdogs and the unsung heroes, the athletes who may not have been household names but who nonetheless made a huge impact on the world of sports. This helps to give the series a sense of inclusivity and diversity, and ensures that every fan can find something to love about each episode.

One of the most impressive things about 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV is the production value. The show is packed with amazing footage, from the highest-quality HD cameras to slow-motion replays and behind-the-scenes glimpses that help to bring the action to life. The editing is also top-notch, with every moment carefully crafted and timed to maximum effect, ensuring that viewers are always on the edge of their seats.

Of course, no sports show would be complete without some expert analysis, and 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV delivers in spades. The show's hosts and guests are some of the most knowledgeable and insightful voices in sports journalism, and they provide plenty of fascinating insights and behind-the-scenes stories that help to shed light on the moments we're seeing on screen.

These hosts don't just serve as talking heads, either. They're often joined by special guests, including athletes and coaches who were directly involved in some of the most memorable moments in sports history. These first-hand accounts add another layer of depth and authenticity to the show, and help to make the moments we're watching feel even more real and impactful.

So whether you're a die-hard sports fan or just someone who enjoys a good underdog story, 100 Greatest Moments from Sports Illustrated TV is a show that's sure to entertain and inspire. From the biggest championship games to the most unexpected upsets, this series has something for everyone, and will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

100 Greatest Moments is a series that ran for 1 seasons (100 episodes) between January 1, 1970 and on Sports Illustrated TV

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100. 100: Party Crashers

January 1, 1970

Despite No. 8 Oklahoma's 25 unanswered points, No. 9 Boise State won the Fiesta Bowl in overtime thanks to several trick plays, most notably the statue of liberty play on the winning two-point conversion. A Sports Illustrated Original.

99. 99: By A Neck

January 1, 1970

One of the best horse racing rivalries in the history of the sport, Affirmed and Alydar met first in the Kentucky Derby. They finished 1st and 2nd, respectively, setting up an epic showdown at the Belmont Stakes. Running, once again, in first and second place the whole race, Affirmed won by a head, beating Alydar for the third time and winning the Triple Crown. A Sports Illustrated Original.

98. 98: Start Of Something Big

January 1, 1970

The New York Islanders' Bobby Nystrom scored the Stanley Cup-winning goal in overtime in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals. A Sports Illustrated Original.

97. 97: Duel In The Sun

January 1, 1970

The 1977 Open Championship was a two-horse race between Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus. With just three holes to go, Watson and Nicklaus were tied at -11. Watson moved a stroke ahead on the 17th hole, setting up a dramatic finish on 18. Nicklaus hit a 35-foot putt to birdie on 18, forcing Watson to make a dramatic birdie putt of his own to win the Championship. A Sports Illustrated Original.

96. 96: Two For The Win

January 1, 1970

No. 5 Miami pulled off the upset over undefeated No. 1 Nebraska in the national championship game after Cornhuskers coach Tom Osborne decided to go for two after Nebraska pulled within one point in the final minute. An extra point would have ended the game in a tie and likely given Nebraska the national championship. A Sports Illustrated Original.

95. 95: Bird Of Prey

January 1, 1970

With five seconds left in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals between the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons, Boston trailed by one and Detroit had the ball. Isiah Thomas inbounded the ball, but Larry Bird anticipated it, stole it and passed it to Dennis Johnson, who dropped it in to win the game by one. A Sports Illustrated Original.

94. 94: Mr. October

January 1, 1970

New York Yankees outfielder Reggie Jackson hit three home runs on three consecutive pitches off of three different pitchers in Game 6 of the 1977 World Series. The Yankees won that game 8-4, giving them a 4-2 win in the World Series. A Sports Illustrated Original.

93. 93: The Music City Miracle

January 1, 1970

Down 16-15 with just seconds to go in the Wild Card playoff game against the Buffalo Bills, the Tennessee Titans pulled off one of the most controversial and memorable plays in NFL history. On a last-ditch kickoff return, Kevin Dyson ran it down the sideline for the improbable touchdown to win the game. A Sports Illustrated Original.

92. 92: Standing Tall

January 1, 1970

After injuring an ankle on her first vault attempt, Kerri Strug limped back for another attempt, then stuck the landing on that attempt. Her coach Bela Károlyi had to hold Strug on the podium because she could not put weight on her injured ankle. A Sports Illustrated Original.

91. 91: Sid The Kid

January 1, 1970

After an intense regulation period and a frantic 7:40 of overtime, Sidney Crosby netted the game-winning goal against American goalkeeper Ryan Miller, sealing the gold medal for Team Canada in the 2010 Winter Olympics. It put Canada back on top of the hockey world after being knocked off in 2006. A Sports Illustrated Original.

90. 90: The Called Shot

January 1, 1970

Babe Ruth made a pointing gesture in the fifth inning of Game 3 of the 1932 World Series and then hit a home run on the next pitch to center field, where he had pointed. A Sports Illustrated Original.

89. 89: A Dynasty Begins

January 1, 1970

Staring a 101-102 deficit in the face, St. Louis's Bob Cousy had the chance to clinch the NBA title at the free throw line. Instead, he hit one of two, sending it to overtime. In the waning moments of double overtime, the Celtics held a 125-123 lead, and were able to stop the Hawks from scoring, securing the first championship in franchise history. A Sports Illustrated Original.

88. 88: King Arthur

January 1, 1970

In the first U.S. Open of the Open Era, Arthur Ashe defeated Tom Okker of the Netherlands in five sets. A Sports Illustrated Original.

87. 87: The Hit King

January 1, 1970

In front of a packed crowd in his home stadium, The Reds' Pete Rose hit a single in the 1st inning of a game against the San Diego Padres. That hit was the 4,192nd of Rose's career, breaking Ty Cobb's long-standing record for most career hits. Rose was presented a new Corvette, with the license plate PR 4192. A Sports Illustrated Original.

86. 86: The Galloping Ghost

January 1, 1970

Illinois halfback Red Grange scored six touchdowns in a 39-14 win over Michigan, including four touchdowns of at least 40 yards in the first 12 minutes. A Sports Illustrated Original.

85. 85: Mays Amazes

January 1, 1970

With the game tied 2-2 in the 8th inning of Game 1 of the 1954 World Series, the Cleveland Indians had runners on 1st & 2nd against the New York Giants. Cleveland's Vic Wertz hit a 425-ft shot to center field, and Willie Mays sprinted towards the wall to track it down. Mays caught it over his shoulder, turned and gunned it back towards the infield, saving the runs. A Sports Illustrated Original.

84. 84: An American 10

January 1, 1970

After suffering a knee injury just before the Olympics, Mary Lou Retton earned perfect 10s on her floor exercise and on the vault to win the all-around gold medal. A Sports Illustrated Original.

83. 83: The Longest Yard

January 1, 1970

Trailing by seven with six seconds left in the Super Bowl against the St. Louis Rams, Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair fired a pass to receiver Kevin Dyson, who caught the ball at the four-yard line, but was immediately hit by Ramns linebacker Mike Jones and dragged down at the one yard-line as time expired. A Sports Illustrated Original.

82. 82: Wrestling's Greatest Upset

January 1, 1970

Larry Owings ends Dan Gables' undefeated record in college wrestling with a win in the 1970 NCAA Finals. A Sports Illustrated Original.

81. 81: Queen Of The Waves

January 1, 1970

In her second attempt to swim across the English Channel, Gertrude Ederle began at 7:08 a.m. at Cape Gris-Nez in France. When she emerged on the English coast 14 hours and 31 minutes later, she not only became the first woman ever to swim the Channel, she beat the previous record, man or woman, by two hours. A Sports Illustrated Original.

80. 80: 50 In 39

January 1, 1970

Wayne Gretzky scored 50 goals in the first 39 games of the 1981-82 season, easily surpassing the "50 goals in 50 games" benchmark. A Sports Illustrated Original.

79. 79: An NBA Finals Classic

January 1, 1970

With the 1976 NBA Finals tied 2-2 between the Celtics and Suns, Game 5 became the first Finals game ever to go to triple overtime. At the end of the second overtime, Boston was up by two points with one second left. The Suns sank a jumper at the buzzer to send the game into the third overtime where Boston finally prevailed. A Sports Illustrated Original.

78. 78: Wilma Storms Rome

January 1, 1970

Wilma Rudolph broke world records in 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay, winning three gold medals in the process. She had overcome polio as a child to reach the Olympics. A Sports Illustrated Original.

77. 77: A Team That Was Blessed

January 1, 1970

North Carolina won the 1957 NCAA title after 2 contests that went down to the wire. In the semifinals against Michigan State, the lead changed 31 times. In the title game against Kansas, Carolina center Joe Quigg hit 2 free throws with 6 seconds left in the game to give UNC the victory. A Sports Illustrated Original.

76. 76: Johnny On The Spot

January 1, 1970

Dubbed the "Game of the Century," this matchup between Nebraska and Oklahoma didn't disappoint. The Cornhuskers struck first on a 72-yard punt return touchdown by Johnny Rodgers and never looked back, beating the Sooners 35-31. A Sports Illustrated Original.

75. 75: Fisk Waves It Fair

January 1, 1970

Tied 6-6 in the bottom of the 12th inning of Game 6 of the 1975 World Series, Carlton Fisk hit a high shot that hit the left foul pole at Fenway Park. While the ball was in the air, he waved the ball fair with his hands, hoping it wouldn't go foul. The walk-off home run sent the series to Game 7 and staved off Boston's elimination. A Sports Illustrated Original.

74. 74: One For The Ages

January 1, 1970

Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe met 22 times throughout their careers, but the most memorable proved to be their matchup in the finals at Wimbledon in 1980. Borg defeated McEnroe in five sets for his fifth straight Wimbledon title. A Sports Illustrated Original.

73. 73: 90 In A Row

January 1, 1970

From the fall of 2008 to the last game of 2010, the UConn Huskies didn't lose a game. Led by Maya Moore, the team captured back-to-back national championships and won 90 games in a row, the longest-ever streak by a Division I basketball team. On December 30, 2010, they lost to Stanford, their first defeat since April 6, 2008. A Sports Illustrated Original.

72. 72: Finally, Daytona

January 1, 1970

In his 20th Daytona 500, Dale Earnhardt finally broke through, winning the race that had eluded him for so long. A Sports Illustrated Original.

71. 71: Eric The Great

January 1, 1970

In 1980, no athlete in any Winter Olympic games had ever won five individual gold medals. Eric Heiden changed that, winning five in speed skating. A Sports Illustrated Original.

70. 70: Cold War On Ice

January 1, 1970

In the first meeting between the Soviet national team and a team of Canadian professionals, an unlikely hero emerged. With the Canadians trailing 2-1 in the series, Paul Henderson came up big for Canada, scoring the game-winning goal in Game, 6, 7 and 8 of the series. A Sports Illustrated Original.

69. 69: The Greatest Year In Golf

January 1, 1970

Bobby Jones had what is widely considered to be the greatest year in golf, winning all four major tournaments in a calendar year (in 1930 these were the British Amateur, British Open, U.S. Amateur and the U.S. Open). No player has repeated the feat since. A Sports Illustrated Original.

68. 68: Ali's Golden Moment

January 1, 1970

Muhammad Ali shocked the world when he was revealed as the surprise cauldron lighter at the 1996 Olympic Games opening ceremony. A Sports Illustrated Original.

67. 67: Aye, Carli

January 1, 1970

Within the first 16 minutes of the World Cup final against Japan, Carli Lloyd had done what only one other person had ever done before—score a hat trick in a World Cup final. She put in two goals from inside the box in the first five minutes of the game, then added a half-field shot to complete the hat trick. A Sports Illustrated Original.

66. 66: Magic In The Middle

January 1, 1970

In Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, Magic Johnson, then a rookie point guard, started at center in place of an injured Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, compiling a stat line of 42 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers. A Sports Illustrated Original.

65. 65: Bolt Strikes Twice

January 1, 1970

Bolt dominated the 100 and 200-meter races, becoming the first man to win both of them in world-record times. He ran the 100-meter race in 9.69 seconds, and the 200-meter race in 19.30 seconds. He also added another world record as a part of Jamaica's 4x100-meter relay team. A Sports Illustrated Original.

64. 64: Super Clutch

January 1, 1970

The Patriots were overwhelming underdogs to the defending champion Rams in Super Bowl XXXVI. But Bill Belichick's team conquered the Greatest Show On Turf, with Adam Vinatieri making the first legendary kick in a career known for them. A Sports Illustrated Original.

63. 63: The Wizard Of Westwood

January 1, 1970

After the 1975 NCAA tournament semifinal game against Louisville, UCLA coach John Wooden announced that he would retire following the season. His team sent him off with a 92-85 victory over Kentucky, marking the last time a team won the NCAA title in its home state. A Sports Illustrated Original.

62. 62: The Impossibe Happened

January 1, 1970

Expected to be sidelined with a pair of leg injuries, Kirk Gibson was summoned to the plate in the bottom of the ninth inning of Game 1 of the 1988 World Series. The Los Angeles Dodgers were trailing 4-3 to the Oakland Athletics, but Gibson, the hobbled NL MVP, played hero, taking feared A's closer Dennis Eckersley deep to give the Dodgers a 5-4 win. A Sports Illustrated Original.

61. 61: "Havlicek Stole The Ball"

January 1, 1970

The Celtics led, 110-109, with five seconds left in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the 76ers. Philadelphia's Hal Greer inbounded the ball, but John Havlicek jumped the pass and stole it, letting the last moments tick off and sending the Celtics to the Final. A Sports Illustrated Original.

60. 60: Hail Flutie

January 1, 1970

With time expiring and Boston College trailing by four, Doug Flutie threw a Hail Mary pass to Gerard Phelan to give Boston College a 47-45 victory over Miami, the defending national champs. A Sports Illustrated Original.

59. 59: The First Perfect 10

January 1, 1970

At just 14 years old, Nadia Comaneci put on a flawless performance, becoming the first person to ever receive a perfect 10 in an Olympic gymnastics event. She earned seven perfect 10s and won three gold medals for the uneven bars, balance beam and individual all-around. A Sports Illustrated Original.

58. 58: Greatness Confirmed

January 1, 1970

The Great One became the greatest scorer in NHL history when he knocked in goal No. 802, breaking the career goal-scoring record set by Gordie Howe. A Sports Illustrated Original.

57. 57: Amazing Arnold

January 1, 1970

Heading into the final round of the 1960 U.S. Open, Arnold Palmer was seven shots back from the lead, tied for 15th place. Anybody counting him out was proven wrong, as Palmer finished with a six-under 65 on the day, beating 20-year-old amateur Jack Nicklaus by two strokes. A Sports Illustrated Original.

56. 56: Wimbledon's Best

January 1, 1970

For a third straight year, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal met in the finals at Wimbledon. The result? Epic. Nadal defeated Federer, who was looking for a sixth straight Wimbledon title, in five sets in a match that nearly went five hours. A Sports Illustrated Original.

55. 55: The Ice Bowl

January 1, 1970

With the temperature touching -13 degrees Fahrenheit at kickoff, the Packers and Cowboys played in one of the coldest, and one of the most memorable, games in NFL history. With just seconds left and the temperature dipping to -18 degrees, Green Bay quarterback Bart Starr snuck in a one-yard run, giving the Packers a 21-17 victory. A Sports Illustrated Original.

54. 54: Pele Arrives

January 1, 1970

Brazilian wunderkind Pele made his international debut in the 1958 World Cup, which Brazil won. Just 17, he scored six goals during the tournament. A Sports Illustrated Original.

53. 53: The Kick Six

January 1, 1970

With 1 second left and the game tied, undefeated and No. 1-ranked Alabama attempted a 57-yard field goal to win and secure a spot in the SEC title game. Alabama had missed 3 field goals in the game, and this attempt came up short. Auburn's Chris Davis caught the kick at the very back of the end zone, and returned it up the left sideline to give Auburn the win. A Sports Illustrated Original.

52. 52: 'Nova Does The Impossible

January 1, 1970

Georgetown, led by Patrick Ewing, had the nation's best defense and had defeated Villanova twice in the regular season. But Villanova shot almost 80 percent from the field and won 66-64 in the national championship game. A Sports Illustrated Original.

51. 51: The New Iron Man

January 1, 1970

Cal Ripken Jr. broke what many considered to be an unbreakable record—Lou Gehrig's 2,130 consecutive games played. Ripken went 2-for-4 with a home run, and the Orioles won 4-2 in the record-breaking appearance. A Sports Illustrated Original.

50. 50: The Dream Team

January 1, 1970

The Dream Team, a collection of the best and brightest NBA stars (and college stud Christian Laettner), ran through the competition at the 1992 Games, beating all six of their opponents by at least 30 points en route to the gold medal. A Sports Illustrated Original.

49. 49: Triumph And Tragedy

January 1, 1970

In the midst of one of the greatest tragedies in Olympic history, Mark Spitz won a record seven gold medals in the pools. Known for his dark mustache, Spitz set world records in all seven events that he won gold medals in. A Sports Illustrated Original.

48. 48: Goal Of The Century

January 1, 1970

In the quarterfinals of the 1986 FIFA World Cup, Argentina's Diego Maradona scored by knocking the ball in with his hand, giving Argentina a 1-0 lead over England. The ref didn't call a penalty and the goal stood. 4 minutes later, Maradona scored another goal, dribbling past the entire English squad to knock in what's now commonly known as the "Goal of the Century." A Sports Illustrated Original.

47. 47: The Immaculate Reception

January 1, 1970

The Steelers were losing in the waning moments of their 1972 AFC Divisional playoff game against the Raiders, facing a 4th-and-10. Quarterback Terry Bradshaw threw a pass, which was deflected by an Oakland defender. Game over? Hardly. Running back Franco Harris caught the deflection and ran it in for a touchdown, giving the Steelers a 13-7 victory. A Sports Illustrated Original.

46. 46: Almost Perfect

January 1, 1970

UCLA center Bill Walton was nearly perfect in the 1973 NCAA men's national championship game, scoring 44 points on 21-of-22 shooting as the Bruins topped Memphis State. A Sports Illustrated Original.

45. 45: 61

January 1, 1970

In his second at-bat in the last game of the 1961 season, Maris hit his 61st home run of the season, breaking Babe Ruth's mark, which had stood since 1927. A Sports Illustrated Original.

44. 44: Taking A Stand

January 1, 1970

After winning gold and silver (respectively) in the men's 200 meter, U.S. Olympians Tommie Smith and John Carlos used the podium to make a statement about "human rights." Each wore a black glove and raised a fist in the air during the medal ceremony. Smith later said it was a sign of solidarity with all those fighting for greater equality. A Sports Illustrated Original.

43. 43: Tiger Burning Bright

January 1, 1970

Tiger Woods dominated the field at Pebble Beach, winning the third major championship of his career. Finishing at -12, his 15-stroke margin of victory set a new tournament record, breaking Tom Morris's 1862 mark. A Sports Illustrated Original.

42. 42: Babe's Crowning Achievement

January 1, 1970

Babe Didrikson Zaharias picked up golf late, but it didn't take her long to master the sport. In '50 she completed a golfing Grand Slam and continued her run of dominance until '53 when surgery for colon cancer kept her out of the U.S. Women's Open. She returned to the tournament in '54, however, and blew away the field, winning by 12 strokes. A Sports Illustrated Original.

41. 41: More Than A Fight

January 1, 1970

More than 70,000 fans packed into Yankee Stadium to watch Joe Louis send an early barrage of punches toward Max Schmeling, ending their title fight after just 124 seconds. It was Louis' revenge against Schmeling, who won the duo's first matchup with a knockout in the 12th round. A Sports Illustrated Original.

40. 40: A Magic Night

January 1, 1970

Just months after announcing that he was HIV positive and retiring from professional basketball, Magic Johnson returned to the hardwood to play in the 1992 NBA All-Star Game. Voted in by the fans, Magic was named the game's MVP. A Sports Illustrated Original.

39. 39: A Long Jump

January 1, 1970

American long jumper Bob Beamon was confused why it was taking the scoring officials so long to measure his jump in the 1968 Summer Olympics. When his distance was finally announced, he realized the enormity of what he had just accomplished—a new world record, shattering the old one by a massive 21.75 inches. A Sports Illustrated Original.

38. 38: Oh Captain, My Captain

January 1, 1970

New York Knicks captain Willis Reed was expected to miss Game 7 of the NBA Finals with a leg injury. Reed, though, surprised everyone by starting the game and scoring the Knicks' first two points. Inspired by their injured captain, the Knicks would go on to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 113-99 for their first NBA title. A Sports Illustrated Original.

37. 37: Irish Stop Streak

January 1, 1970

One thousand and ninety-two days. Eighty-eight games. One amazing streak for UCLA, halted by a 71-70 loss to Notre Dame. A Sports Illustrated Original.

36. 36: "Touch 'Em All, Joe"

January 1, 1970

With the Toronto Blue Jays trailing 6-5 in the bottom of the ninth of Game 6 of the World Series, the Blue Jays' Joe Carter played hero, hitting a three-run, World Series-winning, walkoff home run to send the Philadelphia Phillies packing. A Sports Illustrated Original.

35. 35: A Long Time Coming

January 1, 1970

American Pharoah ended the 37-year Triple Crown drought with a victory at the Belmont Stakes. The 2:26.65 time was the second-fastest (to Secretariat) amongst Triple Crown winners. A Sports Illustrated Original.

34. 34: The Night Is Young's

January 1, 1970

The 2006 BCS Championship featured a pair of unbeaten powerhouses, but in the end, it was Texas and QB Vince Young who stood tallest. Young, who accounted for a record 467 yards of offense, rushed in the game-winning score with 19 seconds remaining to lift the Longhorns over the USC Trojans 41-38. A Sports Illustrated Original.

33. 33: The Catch

January 1, 1970

With under a minute to play in the NFC Championship Game, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Joe Montana rolled right to pass. Pressured by three Cowboys defenders, Montana faded backward before throwing a high pass that was snagged in the back of the endzone by 6'4 receiver Dwight Clark, who caught it with his fingertips. A Sports Illustrated Original.

32. 32: Battle Of The Sexes

January 1, 1970

After 55-year-old Bobby Riggs, a former World No. 1, declared that he could beat any female tennis player, he took on Billie Jean King in the "Battle of the Sexes." King prevailed in the winner-take-all-match, earning $100K—and respect for women's tennis— in a 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 victory. A Sports Illustrated Original.

31. 31: Douglas Stuns Tyson

January 1, 1970

Buster Douglas knocked out Mike Tyson, the undefeated and undisputed heavyweight champion, in the tenth round. Douglas was a 42-to-1 underdog, but dominated the fight, except for one moment when Tyson landed an uppercut at the end of Round 8. His victory is one of the biggest upsets in sports history. A Sports Illustrated Original.

30. 30: When The (March) Madness Began

January 1, 1970

An undefeated Larry Bird and Indiana State faced Magic Johnson and Michigan State in the 1979 NCAA men's national championship game. Magic scored a game-high 24 points and Michigan State went on to win 75-64 in what's reported to be the highest-rated college basketball broadcast of all time. A Sports Illustrated Original.

29. 29: The Play

January 1, 1970

With a 20-19 lead in the annual Big Game against Cal and four seconds remaining on the clock, Stanford kicked off. On the return, Cal lateralled the ball five times, eventually scoring the winning touchdown. But in the middle of the return, thinking the game was over, members of the Stanford band had come onto the field, adding to the confusion. A Sports Illustrated Original.

28. 28: The Steelers! Are Super!

January 1, 1970

With less than a minute remaining in Super Bowl XLIII, Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger found wide receiver Santonio Holmes in the back of the end zone for a tiptoe, game-winning touchdown. A Sports Illustrated Original.

27. 27: 56 Straight

January 1, 1970

On the second pitch of Joe DiMaggio's first at bat against the Indians, he smashed a liner down the third base line. If third baseman Ken Keltner had been playing in a traditional position, it would have been a double. But he was playing deep and shaded toward the line. He backhanded it and threw DiMaggio out by a step. A Sports Illustrated Original.

26. 26: Looking For Someone To Hug

January 1, 1970

Lorenzo Charles's put-back dunk at the buzzer gave N.C. State an upset win over Houston in the title game of the 1983 NCAA tournament. A Sports Illustrated Original.

25. 25: Interception!

January 1, 1970

With 27 seconds left in Super Bowl XLIX and down by four points to the New England Patriots, the Seattle Seahawks had the ball on the New England one-yard line. Most analysts and fans thought a run was coming. Instead, Russell Wilson dropped back and attempted a pass, which was intercepted by Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler, sealing the victory for the Patriots. A Sports Illustrated Original.

24. 24: Golden Girls

January 1, 1970

Brandi Chastain converted the fifth kick in a penalty shootout between the U.S. and China to give the Americans the win in the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup Final. It was the U.S. women's second World Cup title. A Sports Illustrated Original.

23. 23: Glory Road

January 1, 1970

Texas Western met Kentucky in the 1966 NCAA basketball title game, becoming the first school ever to start five black players in an NCAA championship game. In a stadium full of almost exclusively white fans, officials and coaches, Texas Western defeated No. 1 Kentucky and changed the college basketball landscape forever. A Sports Illustrated Original.

22. 22: The Luckiest Man

January 1, 1970

A few weeks after ALS forced him to retire from baseball, New York Yankees first baseman Lou Gehrig addressed the crowd at Yankee Stadium and said that despite his health issues, he considers himself the "luckiest man on the face of the earth." A Sports Illustrated Original.

21. 21: "I Shook Up The World"

January 1, 1970

The underdog Cassius Clay, later known as Muhammad Ali, took on defending champion Sonny Liston, who had been the heavyweight champion since 1962. Liston conceded after the sixth round after suffering cuts on his face and an injured shoulder. Ali won by technical knockout, becoming the heavyweight champion. A Sports Illustrated Original.

20. 20: Larsen's Perfect Game

January 1, 1970

In Game 5 of the World Series the New York Yankees' Don Larsen became the first pitcher in history to throw a perfect game in the postseason as he blanked the Brooklyn Dodgers in a 2-0 win. A Sports Illustrated Original.

19. 19: The Helmet Catch

January 1, 1970

Down 14-10 with 1:16 left in Super Bowl XLII against the 18-0 New England Patriots, the Giants faced a third-and-five on their own 44-yard line. On that play, quarterback Eli Manning escaped several New England defenders and threw up a desperation heave to David Tyree. Tyree caught the ball by pinning it against his helmet, securing a 32-yard gain. A Sports Illustrated Original.

18. 18: The 4-Minute Mile

January 1, 1970

In 1954, Englishman Roger Bannister rewrote the record books when he became the first person to run a sub-four-minute mile. A Sports Illustrated Original.

17. 17: "Yes, Sir!"

January 1, 1970

Starting the final round tied for ninth place, Nicklaus's final major victory was one of his most improbable. He shot a 30 on the back nine and a 65 for the round, winning his 18th and final major championship. A Sports Illustrated Original.

16. 16: 100

January 1, 1970

Philadelphia Warriors star Wilt Chamberlain set a single-game record with 100 points in a win over the New York Knicks. A Sports Illustrated Original.

15. 15: The Shot Heard 'Round The World

January 1, 1970

In the bottom of the ninth inning, down 4-2 to the Brooklyn Dodgers, the New York Giants' Bobby Thompson came up to the plate with runners on second and third. After taking the first pitch, Thompson swung at the second and launched it into the left field stands. A Sports Illustrated Original.

14. 14: The Rumble In The Jungle

January 1, 1970

A heavy underdog, Muhammad Ali knocked out undefeated world heavyweight champion George Foreman in eight rounds. A Sports Illustrated Original.

13. 13: Triple Triumph

January 1, 1970

In the final race of the Triple Crown, Secretariat won by a record 31 lengths, with a record time of 2:24 that still stands today. With that victory, Secretariat became the first horse in 25 years to win the Triple Crown. A Sports Illustrated Original.

12. 12: Jordan Rules Again

January 1, 1970

Down by one in the closing seconds of Game 6 of the NBA Finals, Michael Jordan drove to his right, "pushed off" of Bryon Russell and sank a go-ahead jumper to clinch the title for Chicago, the team's third straight championship and sixth in eight years. A Sports Illustrated Original.

11. 11: The Shot

January 1, 1970

Trailing 103-102 with 2.1 seconds left and the entire court to cover in overtime of the East Regional Final, Grant Hill inbounded the ball the length of the court to Christian Laettner, who stood around the free-throw line. Laettner faked, turned, and drilled the shot as time expired to give Duke the victory. A Sports Illustrated Original.

10. 10: 715

January 1, 1970

With a two-run shot in the bottom of the fourth inning Hank Aaron became the all-time home run leader with 715 career home runs, surpassing Babe Ruth. A Sports Illustrated Original.

9. 9: The Guarantee

January 1, 1970

Three days before Super Bowl III, Broadway Joe Namath told reporters that he guaranteed a Jets victory over the heavily-favored Colts. Jets coach Weeb Ewbank first heard of it the next day when the guarantee was front-page news. A Sports Illustrated Original.

8. 8: The Ultimate Walk-Off

January 1, 1970

Bill Mazeroski hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning in Game 7 of the World Series as the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the New York Yankees. A Sports Illustrated Original.

7. 7: The Rise Of Tiger

January 1, 1970

Twenty-one year-old Tiger Woods took the golf world by storm in his first major championship as a professional. He won the Masters with an 18-under 270, beating the runner-up by 12 strokes. A Sports Illustrated Original.

6. 6: Eight The Hard Way

January 1, 1970

With a record eighth gold medal on the line, Michael Phelps and his teammates set the world record in the men's 4x100-meter medley relay, making Phelps the most decorated swimmer of all time. A Sports Illustrated Original.

5. 5: The Thrilla In Manila

January 1, 1970

Often regarded as the most brutal heavyweight fights of all time, Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier faced off for the third time in their careers. Ali won the series 2-1 by TKO after the 14th round. A Sports Illustrated Original.

4. 4: The Greatest Game

January 1, 1970

The 1958 championship game was the first NFL playoff game to go into sudden death overtime and it is commonly referred to as "The Greatest Game Ever Played." A Sports Illustrated Original.

3. 3: Jesse Bucks Hitler

January 1, 1970

Known as The Buckeye Bullet, Owens won four gold medals at the 1936 Summer Olympics. Adolf Hitler expected the Games to be a showcase of Aryan supremacy, but the United States won 11 gold medals — six of which were won by African-American athletes, and four of which were won by Owens. A Sports Illustrated Original.

2. 2: Breaking The Barrier

January 1, 1970

Jackie Robinson became the first African American to play in the major leagues when he debuted for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947. A Sports Illustrated Original.

1. 1: Miracle On Ice

January 1, 1970

Just weeks after getting crushed by the Soviet Union 10-3, the U.S. Olympic team came back from a 3-2 deficit and defeated the defending champs 4-3. A Sports Illustrated Original.

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