Hurricanes Defeat Storm

January 23, 2016 - National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada)
Halifax Hurricanes News Release

Halifax Hurricanes Rebound against the Island Storm
(Halifax Hurricanes)

Halifax, (NS) - Halifax Hurricanes Basketball Club defeated the Island Storm 95-84 in NBL Canada action January 23rd at the Eastlink Centre. This win makes it two in a row for the Hurricanes, the Hurricanes now have a record of 9-3, leading the Atlantic Division.

Storm led the Hurricanes at the end of the first quarter 22-15. In the second quarter the Hurricanes cut the deficit down to six, and trailed 46-40 at halftime. In the third quarter the Hurricanes outscored the Storm 33-16. The Storm outscored the Hurricanes 23-21 in the final quarter but the Hurricanes prevailed; The final score of the game was 94-85.

Forward, Mike Glover led the Hurricanes with 23 points and 14 rebounds. Guards, Shane Gibson and Justin Johnson each scored 13 points for the Hurricanes. Guard, Cliff Clinkscales ended with 10 points. Forward, Anthony Criswell scored 9 points.

Forward, Brent Jennings led the Storm with 17 points. Guard, Terry Thomas scored 13 points. Guards, Andre Malone and Rashad Whack added 12 points each in the loss. Forward, Brian Addison scored 11 points.

The Hurricanes will return home against the Saint John Mill Rats on January 28th.

Images from this story

Halifax Hurricanes Rebound against the Island Storm

National Basketball League of Canada Stories from January 23, 2016

Hurricanes Defeat Storm - Halifax Hurricanes
Okorie Nails Buzzer Beater to Beat A's - London Lightning
Hurricanes Defeat Miracles 96-92 - Halifax Hurricanes

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 Halifax Hurricanes Stories