Bighorns Pull a Victory over the Stampede at Home
December 31, 2014 - NBA G League (G League)
Reno Bighorns News Release
RENO, NEV., Dec. 30, 2014- The Bighorns attacked the basket tonight against the Idaho Stampede and notched another win in their belt, defeating the Idaho 118-115.
Bighorns guard Ra'Shad James led the Bighorns totaling 20 points, six assists, and nine rebounds. Jordan Hamilton followed James closely, netting 17 points, and adding two steals.
During the first quarter of play, Hamilton led the Bighorns with seven points, while David Stockton and Sim Bhullar each added five points. Bighorns ended the quarter shooting 47.8% from the field.
In the second quarter, the Bighorns shot 40.0% from behind the arc, compared to the Stampede's 33.3%. Quincy Miller totaled seven points, and two rebounds in the quarter, while Ra'shad James netted five points. After a dunk by Stefhon Hannah, the Bighorns went into the locker room at the half leading the Stampede 60-52.
James led the Bighorns in the third quarter, totaling nine points, and two assists. Reno ended the quarter shooting 50.0% from the field.
In the final quarter of the game, Tajuan Porter totaled eight points, while James notched three rebounds, and three assists. The Bighorns went 61.5% percent from the field, and 50.0% from behind the arc.
"We did a great job at attacking the basket tonight," said Bighorns head coach Dave Arseneault. "We have a couple of things to work on during practice, and need to get used to new teammates."
Stampede guard Shane Gibson led the team finishing with 33 points, and three rebounds. Jerrelle Benimon added 30 points, seven assists, and 14 rebounds for the Stampede.
The Bighorns will hit the road this weekend, taking on the Los Angeles D-Fenders this Saturday, January 3.
To purchase single game tickets, discounted group tickets, or season tickets starting at just $4 per game, fans should be directed to RenoBighorns.com or call 775-853-8220. For more information on the Bighorns visit renobighorns.com, "Ëlike' the Bighorns on Facebook (/Bighornshoops), or follow on Twitter (@renobighorns).
NBA G League Stories from December 31, 2014
- Detroit Pistons Assign Guard Spencer Dinwiddie to Grand Rapids Drive - G League
- Red Claws Ring in New Year with Record-Setting Win - Maine Celtics
- Maine Uses Outside Shooting to Claw Past Legends - Texas Legends
- Pistons Assign Guard Spencer Dinwiddie to Drive - Grand Rapids Drive
- Suns Recall Three from Bakersfield - Bakersfield Jam
- Jazz Assign Toure' Murry to D-League's Idaho Stampede - G League
- Skyforce Game Sunday January 4 to Tip-Off at 5:00 Pm - Sioux Falls Skyforce
- Jazz Assign Toure' Murry to Idaho Stampede - Idaho Stampede
- Boston Celtics Assign James Young to Maine Red Claws for Today's Game - Maine Celtics
- Boston Celtics Assign James Young to NBA D-League's Maine Red Claws - G League
- Noah Vonleh Recalled to Hornets - Indiana Mad Ants
- Bighorns Pull a Victory over the Stampede at Home - Reno Bighorns
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
Other Recent Reno Bighorns Stories
- Bighorns Drop Western Conference Semifinals to Lakers
- Coach Martin to Donate One Thousand Tickets to Local Non-Profits for Tuesday's Playoff Game
- Reno Bighorns to Play in Western Conference Semifinals on April 3
- Statement from the Reno Bighorns and Sacramento Kings Regarding the Passing of Zeke Upshaw
- Bighorns Earn Pacific Division Title with Win over Warriors
