Joseph's Triple-Double Helps Lead Toros Past Red Claws
Published on March 23, 2012 under NBA G League (G League)
Austin Spurs News Release
Cedar Park, TX - The Austin Toros got their largest win of the season, 112-82, over the Maine Red Claws on Friday night at Cedar Park Center. Cory Joseph earned his first triple-double since his assignment with the Toros as he scored 15 points, 17 rebounds, and 12 assists.
In the first quarter, the Toros went on a 14-2 run to take an early lead. They would end the quarter ahead, 28-21.
Austin added to their lead as they outscored Maine in the second quarter by 16 points. They owned their biggest lead of the game, 62-39, after Da'Sean Butler hit a buzzer-beating layup just before halftime.
The Toros continued to build their lead in the third quarter, taking a 93-59 lead into the fourth quarter.
The Red Claws attempted to gain their ground in the fourth, but their efforts came up short as the Toros finished the game, 112-82.
Seven Toros scored in double figures including Joseph. Luke Zeller had 17 points and nine rebounds.
Morris Almond led Maine with 23 points and eight rebounds.
The Toros (28-16) and Maine Red Claws (18-27) meet again on Saturday, March 24 at 7:30pm at Cedar Park Center. For Toros ticket information, call the front office at (512)-236-8333, visit austintoros.com, or ticketmaster.com.
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