London, ON – December 21, 2024 – In a highly anticipated clash, the Glass City Wranglers faced off against the London Lightning, ultimately falling short with a final score of 111-100. This matchup marked another tough night for the Wranglers, who are still seeking their first win of the season, now standing at 0-7.
The game showcased a competitive spirit with both teams exchanging leads throughout the first half. The Wranglers managed to keep pace early on, trailing by just two points at the end of the first quarter (18-16) and only five points at halftime (43-39). However, the Lightning pulled away in the second half, outscoring the Wranglers by a significant margin.
Game Highlights:
– The Wranglers’ Devonte Pratt shone on the court, leading his team with 23 points, supported by Dalonte Brown and Kyle Meyer, who contributed 18 and 16 points, respectively.
– Despite a strong collective effort on the boards, with the Wranglers grabbing 54 rebounds compared to the Lightning’s 56, turnovers proved costly. The Wranglers committed 17 turnovers, leading to 16 points for the Lightning.
– The Lightning’s Paul Parks and Chris Jones were key players, combining for 33 points, while Tonzell Handy added a significant contribution off the bench with 21 points.
Statistical Breakdown:
– Field Goals:** Wranglers 39-96 (40.6%) vs. Lightning 36-81 (44.4%)
– Three-Point Shooting:** Wranglers 9-37 (24.3%) vs. Lightning 9-29 (31.0%)
– Free Throws:** Wranglers 13-17 (76.5%) vs. Lightning 30-37 (81.1%)
– Rebounds:** Wranglers 54 vs. Lightning 56
– Assists:** Wranglers 14 vs. Lightning 18
**Next Game:**
The Glass City Wranglers will return to the court on December 29, 2024, when they visit the Windsor at the WFCU Centre. Tip-off is scheduled for 7pm. The Lightning will play host to Pontiac on December 27, 2024 also at 7PM.
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