Express split back-to-back games
March 5, 2007 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Jersey Express News Release
Newark, NJ. The ABA Newark Express went 1 & 1 in back-to-back games over the weekend, hosting the Quebec Kebekwa and the ABA defending champion Rochester RazorSharks. The first game featured a hard fought battle between the two teams that went back and forth for most of the game until Newark pulled away for a 103-99 victory over the Kebs. Led by Phillip Smith with 21 points and an impressive 6 blocked shots, the Express had five players in double figures. Duquan Everett again commanded the boards with 15 rebounds and 12 points. Quebec was led by Paul Lermand with 22 points.
The RazorSharks defeated the Express 105-83. With Rochester leading 48-46 at the half, the RazorSharks used a 34-19 run in the third quarter to extend their lead. Led by Keith Friels 22 points, the RazorSharks were able to maintain their lead built in the third with hot 3-point shooting in the 4th quarter. Each time Newark made a run, the RazorSharks knocked down another three to maintain the lead.
Phillip Smith led the Express with 17 points, 3 blocked shots. Marvin McCullough and Reggie Winkfield chipped in 16 apiece.
Next up for the Express is the Strong Island Sound on Friday, Mar 9th at 7pm. The game will be dedicated to the City of Newark Employees. ALL Newark City Employees will receive a FREE ticket to the game (must show ID). Tickets for the game can be purchased at the box office on game day. Adult general admission tickets are $10, and kids, students and seniors pay only $5. For more information, visit www.newarkexpress.com or call 973 586 0006 or email info@newarkexpress.com or www.abalive.com.
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