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From the 106th running of the Louisiana Derby to the SEC Gymnastics Championship, there's plenty to do when it comes to sports activities coming up in New Orleans this week. Read on for a rundown.
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Louisiana Derby
First, the 106th running of the Louisiana Derby is Saturday at the Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots. There are eight races scheduled, around the 1.8 mile oval, with stakes worth $2.36 million.
When: Saturday, March 23, 11 a.m.
Where: Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots, 1751 Gentilly Blvd.
Price: $10-$20
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SEC Gymnastics Championship
Also on Saturday, the city is playing host to the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Gymnastics Championship, for the first time, at the Smoothie King Center. Gymnasts from SEC schools such as LSU, Kentucky, Florida, Georgia and more are competing in the floor routine, bars, vault, uneven bars and balance beam.
When: Saturday, March 23, 3 p.m.
Where: Smoothie King Center, 1501 Dave Dixon Drive
Price: $17-$22
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Houston Rockets
Lastly, all-star Anthony Davis and the Pelicans host NBA scoring leader James Harden and the Rockets on Saturday at the Smoothie King Center. The two teams have split the season series so far this year with the Pelicans winning 131-112 at Houston in October and the Rockets eking out a 108-104 victory at the Smoothie King Center in December.
When: Sunday, March 24, 6 p.m.
Where: Smoothie King Center, 1501 Dave Dixon Drive
Price: $16
