G League Texas Legends

Bassey Caps Career Night in Texas Showdown

Published on January 27, 2023 under NBA G League (G League)
Texas Legends News Release


CEDAR PARK, TX - Austin Spurs (4-8) two-way Charles Bassey had a career night to lift the Spurs over the Texas Legends (4-7) 131-108.

Texas grabbed the first five points, but Bassey responded with 14 in nine minutes leading the Spurs to a 14-point advantage at the first buzzer. The Legends struggled to score, hitting 35% in the opening half as Austin knocked down 69%. Tyler Dorsey came out of the locker room firing, hitting 4-of-6 and 2-of-3 outside for 11 in the third but Bassey added 12 and the home team found their largest lead of the night (+35). The Spurs were up 33 with nine minutes to play before Todd Withers knocked down three straight triples bringing the Legends within 20. Withers finished with 15 of the team's 29 fourth-quarter points but the home team had stretched the gap too far to breach.

Dorsey led the Legends with 25 points, 5 rebounds while Grant Riller added 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists. Yudai Baba and Tyler Hall finished with 15 points apiece and combined for 9 rebounds while Withers added 9 rebounds and a game-high 3 blocks to his 15.

Bassey totaled 40 points, 16 rebounds, and 3 steals while Justin Kier added a second double-double of 14 points, 10 assists.

Texas returns home to host Mexico City this Saturday (7:30pm) and Sunday (3:30pm). For tickets or information call 214-469-0822 or visit www.TexLegends.com.

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