Anthony Brown's 38 Propel BayHawks to Opening Night Victory
November 12, 2016 - NBA G League (G League)
Erie BayHawks News Release
Erie, Pennsylvania - The Erie BayHawks (1-0) took home their first victory of the season tonight against the Windy City Bulls (1-1) at Erie Insurance Arena, 108-105.
Erie was led by NBA Development League first overall draft pick Anthony Brown. Brown notched 38 points (12-19), seven assists, and six rebounds. Branden Dawson contributed 15 points off the bench while shooting an efficient seven-of-10. Cliff Alexander grabbed his first double-double of the season with 15 points and 10 rebounds while shooting seven-of-10. The BayHawks shot 49% from the field and 42% from behind the arc.
Windy City was led by R.J. Hunter, on assignment from the Chicago Bulls, and Spencer Dinwiddie. Hunter posted 24 points while Dinwiddie added 22.
The Bulls made a fourth quarter run that saw the BayHawks' lead cut to two with 11 seconds remaining but Brown would seal the game by knocking down one of two free throws after being intentionally fouled by Dinwidder.
The BayHawks are on the road for five straight games before returning to Erie Insurance Arena on Thursday, December 1 to face the Maine Red Claws. Tickets are available by visiting eriebayhawks.com or calling 814-790-5600.
The Erie BayHawks, presented by LECOM, are the NBA Development League affiliate of the Orlando Magic. The NBA Development League, founded in 2001, is the NBA's official minor league whose teams have direct affiliations to NBA franchises. The BayHawks, established in 2008, play their home games at Erie Insurance Arena and were one of the first teams in the Development League to establish a marquee partnership. The BayHawks marquee partner, the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), LECOM School of Dental Medicine and LECOM School of Pharmacy offer innovative and affordable education in osteopathic medicine, dentistry and pharmacy. From campuses in Erie, Pennsylvania, Greensburg, Pennsylvania and Bradenton, Florida, LECOM provides student-centered pathways to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals. LECOM physicians serve as the BayHawks medical staff, the team practices at the state-of-the-art LECOM Medical Fitness & Wellness Center, and together the BayHawks and LECOM promote education, health and wellness throughout Erie county.
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