Aftershock shoot down Slam 117-113
November 22, 2005 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Los Angeles Aftershock News Release
The Aftershock and Slam had another classic Saturday Night, with both teams surviving ejection's, technicals by the hand full, 41 first half fouls and 53 first half free throws on the way to a 117-113 win for Los Angeles.
The first half was back and forth, with both teams gaining leads and giving them away. The Slam backcourt was exceptional, with Kevin Woodberry and Caleb Gervin combining for 33 points and 7 assists. Ramel Lloyd kept Los Angeles in the game with 16 points as the Slam led 62-58 at half-time.
The third quarter was a battle of the Slams backcourt and the Aftershock front court. Nick Sheppard battled for 8 points and 5 rebounds, but Gervin and Woodberry combined for 16 points to keep Bellingham ahead 86-83.
The fourth quarter was a shooting exhibition for the Aftershock. Los Angeles shot 11 of 13 from the field and 9 of 10 from the free throw line. The five Aftershock players on the floor for the final 10 minutes of the period of Giuliana Mendiola, Will Burr, Nick Sheppard, Dion Bailey and Chioke Conner, limited Bellingham to 2 rebounds and no assists.
Burr led the Aftershock with 25 points, while Sheppard added 23 points and 12 rebounds. Lloyd and Scott Freymond chipped in 16 and 14 respectively. Gervin and Woodberry scored 27 and 24 respectively, while Brandon Hartley and Brian Dennis added 13 each for the Slam.
The Aftershock improved to 4-2, and play again December 2 in San Francisco. The game can be heard at www.laaftershock.com.
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