D-League Schedule Feb 6 (1 Viewer)

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Delaware 87ers at Westchester Knicks 7:00 p.m.
Erie BayHawks at Fort Wayne Mad Ants 7:30 p.m.
Canton Charge at Sioux Falls Skyforce 8:00 p.m.
Grand Rapids Drive at Austin Spurs 8:30 p.m.
Los Angeles D-Fenders at Idaho Stampede 9:00 p.m.
Oklahoma City Blue at Bakersfield Jam 10:00 p.m.

 

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The Westchester Knicks (9-20), the official NBA Development League of the New York Knickerbockers, snapped a seven game losing streak with a dominating win over the Delaware 87ers (11-18), the final score 126-101.

The Westchester Knicks put on a show for the sold-out crowd at the Westchester County Center, finding their footing and racking up points in the paint. Forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Cleanthony Early, on assignment from the New York Knicks, each had impressive dunks in the first quarter, riling up the masses. The pair both found double-digits in the first half, Antetokounmpo with 15, Early with 11.

While the first quarter saw quite a bit of back and forth action with eight lead changes and six ties, Westchester went on to win the quarter 33-27, also out-rebounding Delaware 15-7. The Knicks held onto the lead through the second, ending up on top at the half over the 87ers 63-52.

The Antetokounmpo and Early show continued throughout the game, Delaware unable to stop the pair's athletic charges. Not to be overshadowed, the remaining three starters for Westchester, Darnell Jackson, Ben Strong, and Walker Russell Jr., all hit double digits late in the third quarter. At the 6:31 mark in the third, Westchester held a lead of 21 points over Delaware, although the 87ers kept the quarter close.

Westchester Knicks forward Markeith Cummings decided he wanted a part in the show, pulling off multiple massive dunks in the final quarter. The biggest lead of the game came off of one of those slams, the Knicks then up 32 points. Westchester outscored Delaware by 12 points in the final quarter to secure the win, the final score for the Knicks becoming the highest in franchise history.

It was a true team effort for Westchester, who finished with 28 assists as a team. Cleanthony Early had a game-high 26 points, adding seven rebounds, three steals, and two assists. Thanasis Antetokounmpo ended with 19 points, seven rebounds, and three steals. Six total Westchester players ended in double figures, including Orlando Sanchez and Ben Strong with 12, Darnell Jackson and Walker Russell Jr. with 10.

For Delaware, forward DJ Seeley ran the court with 24 points, six rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Guard Jared Cunningham followed with 19 points, also contributing five assists. Drew Gordon posted the sole double-double of the night with 11 points and 13 rebounds. Local Westchester phenom Sean Kilpatrick ended with seven points.

The Westchester Knicks travel to face the Maine Red Claws, the NBA D-League affiliate of the Boston Celtics, tomorrow, Feb. 7, at 7:00 p.m. This will be the final game for the Westchester Knicks prior to the All-Star break. The game will be broadcast live on MSG2.

Tickets for the Westchester Knicks are on sale now at Ticketmaster outlets and the Westchester County Center Box Office and start at $10. For information on season tickets and partial plans, visit westchesterknicks.com or call (914) 559-6889. Fans can stay up-to-date on team news by following the team at: @wcknicks on Twitter and on Facebook at facebook.com/wcknicks.

Press release from the Westchester Knicks

 

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The Mad Ants, sponsored by Lutheran Health Network, came out victorious Friday night, 103-91 over the Erie BayHawks in front of a packed house at the Allen Co. War Memorial Coliseum.

The Mad Ants opened the game showcasing a new starting line with Simmons out due to an injury and newly acquired Mad Ant, Will Sheehey filling in for his starting role. With a quick start to the game and sharp shooting from the home team, the Mad Ants were able to steer the first 24 minutes of play in their favor as they found themselves with a 58-50 lead at the half way mark. Andre Emmett led the first half with 15 points, while Gary Talton had 10 points with 8 assists. Sheehey recorded 9 first half points with 4 rebounds.

The second half would continue to shift in Fort Wayne's favor. In front of a home crowd of 5,144 strong, the Mad Ants continued to dominate the offensive side of the ball, never surrendering a lead in the second half of play resulting in a 103-91 victory for the home team. Emmett would lead all scorers with 24 points and 6 rebounds. Talton recorded 17 points with 16 assists and CJ Fair registered 16 points and 6 rebounds in the win.

For the BayHawks, Seth Curry led with 20 points and John Bohannon recorded 13 points with 14 rebounds.

The Mad Ants will travel to Iowa tomorrow, Saturday, February 7th for an 8:00 p.m. tip-off with the Energy. The Mad Ants return home after the All-Star break to host the Maine Red Claws Tuesday, February 17th at 7:00 p.m. Fans can purchase Mad Ants tickets anytime, which start at just $6, at the Memorial Coliseum Box Office, by visiting www.ticketmaster.com, or charge by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

Press release from the Fort Wayne Mad Ants

 

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The Canton Charge (17-14), presented by SecureData 365 and powered by the Cleveland Cavaliers, defeated the Sioux Falls Skyforce (17-12), 102-84, at the Sanford Pentagon on Friday night.

With Canton trailing 35-29 and 7:50 left in the first half, the Charge outscored Sioux Falls 27-11 with the visitors' bench outscoring the Skyforce reserves in the second 29-4. Canton never trailed the rest of the game and led by as many as 19 points in taking a 2-0 lead in the season series between the two teams.

On assignment from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Joe Harris netted 23 points on 4-of-8 three-point shooting with four rebounds in 33 minutes. Justin Johnson scored 13 points off the bench, while James Singleton added seven points, 11 boards and two blocks in 29 minutes of relief. The Charge reserves outscored Sioux Falls', 53-19. Arinze Onuaku, the D-League's leading rebounder, hauled in 13 boards for Canton.

Henry Walker paced Sioux Falls with 22 points, seven rebounds, four assists, three steals and three blocks in 35 minutes. Shawn Jones scored 17 points with six rebounds in 26 minutes. Scotty Hopson added 15 points in 35 minutes.

The Charge wrap up their road trip with another matchup against the Sioux Falls Skyforce (Miami Heat affiliate) on Saturday, February 7th at 8:00 p.m. Canton will return home to the Memorial Civic Center to face the Reno Bighorns on Thursday, February 12th at 7:00 p.m.! To view the 2014-15 Canton Charge home schedule complete with promotions and special deals, head to www.CantonCharge.com/promotions.

Group discounts are available for parties of 20 or more and Fan Experience Packages, such as being a part of the high five tunnel or playing on the Charge court, are available! For 2014-15 Charge Nation Memberships, game day promotions and up-to-date information, head to www.CantonCharge.com or call 866-444-1944.

Press release from the Canton Charge

 

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- Bryce Cotton scored 26 points and San Antonio assignee Kyle Anderson earned his seventh double-double (17 points, 10 rebounds) helping the Austin Spurs top the Grand Rapids Drive in a 124-117 thriller Friday night at the SWBC Court at Cedar Park Center.

The Austin Spurs (20-9) had six players in double figure scoring on the night, including Erik Murphy (21 points, 9 rebounds), Orlando Johnson (18 points, 9 rebounds), Jarell Eddie (16 points), and Keith Wright (10 points, 4 rebounds).

The game stayed close throughout, with five lead changes and nine ties. Austin went into halftime with a 61-54 advantage, their lead would not be relinquished in the second half.

The Drive (15-13) was led by Willie Reed (33 points, 19 rebounds) and Adonis Thomas (29 points), who recorded Grand Rapids' first 10 points of the second half.

The Spurs and Drive meet again Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cedar Park Center. For Austin Spurs ticket information, fans can call (512) 236-8333 or visit austinspurs.com or ticketmaster.com.

Press release from the Austin Spurs

 

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The Stampede defeated the D-Fenders 115-108 on "Real Men Wear Pink" night at CenturyLink Arena. Jack Cooley knocked down all five free-throw attempts in the final 30 seconds to seal the victory.

Cooley made two free throws to break a 108 tie, after Los Angeles guard Jamaal Franklin was called for a flagrant foul. Idaho guard Shane Gibson followed with a long jumper to put Idaho up 112-108 with 11 seconds remaining. The D-Fenders failed to get a shot off in the final 1:51 of the game, giving Idaho the win.

The Stampede shot 54 percent from the field and outrebounded Los Angeles 46 to 32. Cooley recorded his fourth consecutive double-double, leading the Stampede with 22 points and 11 rebounds. Nick Wiggins added 18 points on eight-for-nine shooting. Joel Wright (19 points, 11 rebounds) and Shane Gibson (17 points) provided the spark off the bench for Coach Dean Cooper.

Los Angeles received a 29-point performance from both Jabari Brown and former Stampede guard Vander Blue. Jamaal Franklin added 17 points off the bench, including 10 made free throws.

Idaho is back in action tomorrow night when they host the Santa Cruz Warriors for the second "Real Men Wear Pink" night at 7 p.m. The Stampede defeated the D-Fenders 115-108 on "Real Men Wear Pink" night at CenturyLink Arena. Jack Cooley knocked down all five free-throw attempts in the final 30 seconds to seal the victory.

Cooley made two free throws to break a 108 tie, after Los Angeles guard Jamaal Franklin was called for a flagrant foul. Idaho guard Shane Gibson followed with a long jumper to put Idaho up 112-108 with 11 seconds remaining. The D-Fenders failed to get a shot off in the final 1:51 of the game, giving Idaho the win.

The Stampede shot 54 percent from the field and outrebounded Los Angeles 46 to 32. Cooley recorded his fourth consecutive double-double, leading the Stampede with 22 points and 11 rebounds. Nick Wiggins added 18 points on eight-for-nine shooting. Joel Wright (19 points, 11 rebounds) and Shane Gibson (17 points) provided the spark off the bench for Coach Dean Cooper.

Los Angeles received a 29-point performance from both Jabari Brown and former Stampede guard Vander Blue. Jamaal Franklin added 17 points off the bench, including 10 made free throws.

Idaho is back in action tomorrow night when they host the Santa Cruz Warriors for the second "Real Men Wear Pink" night at 7 p.m.

Press release from the Idaho Stampede

 

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T.J. Warren scored 40 points (16/27 FGs) and grabbed eight rebounds in a 110-102 Bakersfield Jam (21-10) victory over the visiting Oklahoma City Blue (17-14).

BBakersfield started the game on a 9-0 run and finished the opening period with a 28-15 advantage. In the first quarter, the Jam converted on 50.0 percent of their shots and held the Blue to just 28.0 percent shooting. Momentum swung over to Oklahoma City in the second period as they outscored the Jam 27-17 and trimmed Bakersfield's lead to just three points at the break (45-42).

Both teams went back-and-forth in the third, keeping it a close game entering the final frame. With a 74-70 advantage to start the fourth, Bakersfield stretched their lead to as many as 11 points midway through the quarter and ultimately pulled away with the victory. Tyler Ennis had 20 points, six assists and five rebounds, while Joe Jackson nearly finished the night with a triple-double off the bench (17 points, 9 assists, 8 rebounds, 3 steals). Jerel McNeal posted 15 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals. Mac Koshwal notched a double-double with 10 points and 13 rebounds to go along with five steals.

Oklahoma City was led by Marquis Teague who posted 27 points, 10 assists and three blocks. Semaj Christon scored 24 points and Josh Huestis recorded a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds.

Bakersfield will next travel to Reno for a match against the Bighorns on Sunday, February 8 at 4:00 p.m. PT.

Press release from the Bakersfield Jam