NBL Canada Halifax Hurricanes

Hurricanes Sweep Storm and Advance to Conference Finals

May 8, 2016 - National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada)
Halifax Hurricanes News Release


Halifax, (NS) - Halifax Hurricanes Basketball Club defeated the Island Storm 91-83 in third and final game of the first round in NBL Canada playoff action May 8th, at the Eastlink Centre. Hurricanes sweep the Island Storm in the 5 game series, 3-0 and advance to the Conference Finals against the Saint John Mill Rats.

Hurricanes and the Storm were even after the first quarter at 21-21. In the second quarter the Hurricanes outscored the Storm 22-18, and the Hurricanes lead 43-39 at halftime. In the third quarter the Hurricanes outscored the Storm 22-20. The Hurricanes outscored the Storm 26-24 in the final quarter, enough to earn them the victory; The final score of the game was 91-83.

Guard, Justin Johnson the Hurricanes with 19 points. Guard, Joel Friesen scored 18 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. Center, Kyle Hunt scored 14 points and grabbed 5 rebounds. Forward, Mike Glover scored 14 and grabbed 10 rebounds. Guard, Cliff Clinkscales scored 10 points and had 7 assists.

Guard, Terry Thomas led all scorers with 20 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Center, Chad Posthumus scored 13 points and grabbed 7 rebounds. Forward, Brian Addison scored 11 points and grabbed 12 rebounds. Forward, Tirrell Baines scored 10 points in the loss.

Halifax Hurricanes sweep the Island Storm and will face the Saint John Mill Rats in the Conference Finals, dates to be determined. Visit www.halifaxurricanes.ca or email info@halifaxhurricanes.ca for ticket information.



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