Birmingham Drops Sunday Showdown with Wisconsin
January 19, 2025 - NBA G League (G League)
Birmingham Squadron News Release
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Birmingham Squadron, NBA G League affiliate of the New Orleans Pelicans, fell to the visiting Wisconsin Herd, 118-98, on Sunday afternoon at Legacy Arena at the BJCC.
Guard Izaiah Brockington led all scorers with 27 points, while three-of-four other Birmingham (2-6) starters scored in double figures. Antonio Reeves, on assignment from the Pelicans, scored 18, Keion Brooks Jr. notched 15 and Jalen Crutcher dropped 13.
Forward Henry Ellenson paced Wisconsin (4-6) with 24 points and 14 rebounds and Terence Davis pitched in 16 points as well.
Birmingham is now 1-1 against Wisconsin this season but never led during Sunday's contest.
The Squadron and Herd are set for a Tuesday rematch at Legacy Arena at the BJCC, with tip-off set for 7 p.m. The game can be seen locally on My68 and nationally on ESPN+ with Blake Gardner and Rick Moody on the call.
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