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Bighorns Complete Weekend Sweep Of Bakersfield With 98-81 Win

January 30, 2011 - NBA G League (G League)
Reno Bighorns News Release


RENO, Nev.- Just more than three minutes into the third period, Reno flipped a six-point halftime deficit into a lead it not relinquish, as the Bighorns roared back for a 98-81 victory over the Bakersfield Jam Saturday night in the Reno Events Center.

The Bighorns (17-12) opened the second half on a 14-4 run and never looked back, finishing off the back half of a weekend sweep and moving ahead of the Jam (16-12) in the NBA Development League's Western Conference standings.

Danny Green-acquired by the Bighorns this week-led the charge for Reno, scoring 20 points with a game-high 11 rebounds and four assists.

"I think Danny's done a great job," said Bighorns Head Coach Eric Musselman. "Friday night I think he put too much pressure on himself, and tonight he played much more relaxed."

Donald Sloan poured in 22 for Reno, while Jeremy Lin, playing on NBA assignment from the Golden State Warriors, finished with 16 points, nine boards and five assists.

"Donald Sloan just keeps getting better and better, and keeps gaining confidence, which is what this league is all about," Musselman said. "It's about young players developing and getting better, and he's a player who continues to grow as a point guard."

Reno forced 20 Bakersfield turnovers, while committing just nine.

"I thought the biggest thing was our defensive pressure," Musselman said. "Giving up 19 points in the third and fourth quarters, we really picked up our defensive intensity after halftime."

Derrick Byars led four Bakersfield players in double figures with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Kenny Taylor hit three three-pointers on his way to 12 points, and Jeremy Wise added 15 points, seven boards and five assists.

The Bighorns look for their third-straight win on Wednesday night when they take on the Springfield Armor in the Reno Events Center. Tip-time is set for 7 p.m. PT. Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased by calling (775) 284-2622 or visiting ticketmaster.com or the Silver Legacy Box Office.

Reno Bighorns group tickets and fan experience packages are on sale now by calling the Bighorns front office at (775) 284-2NBA or visiting RenoBighorns.com. Fans can high-five the players, play a game-before-the-game on the Bighorns court, perform a talent routine and more.



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