Imperials outdraw Aces

February 2, 2007 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Palm Beach Imperials News Release


Boca Raton, FL- It was frantic end to end action with several lead changes, which has come to epitomize the inaugural season of The Palm Beach Imperials, as they hosted The Orlando Aces.

The Aces would show a strong hand as Jerry Mclenton would open the scoring and create turnovers giving The Aces an early lead, The Imperials would draw back strong with a stifling defense and a barrage of three pointers that would end the quarter with The Imperials leading The Aces 26-25.

In the second quarter Roland Hall of The Imperials would show the raucous crowd why the call him "Downtown" as he hit 4 consecutive 3 pointers that led to the Imperials leading at halftime 53-51.

The excitement from the half time performance by The FAU Dance Team seemed to energize the crowd and the players as the 3rd quarter took on a frantic pace with The Imperials building a 12 point only to see the Aces make a run and tie the game. The Imperials then went on a 9-0 run to end the third quarter and lead The Aces 83-74.

The 4th quarter had all you could ever ask for in a basketball game electrifying dunks, tenacious defense, incredible passing, and a great display of athleticism with a gusty and determined Imperials team prevailing 108-102 to improve their record to 8-14 with a chance to be in the top 24 and make the playoffs.

The Imperials were led by outstanding play from Rolando"Downtown" Halll with 26 points, Jason Brooks with 21 points, and Chauncy Davis with 20 points. Carl "Mr.Rebound" Jenkins aided the victorious Imperials with 13 rebounds. Badi "Tree" Oliver put on a defensive clinic with 7 blocked shots.

The Imperials host The Aces again on Saturday February 3, 2007 at 7:30 PM at FAU in Boca Raton. Come on out and support The Imperials as they make a run at the playoffs.

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