Indiana's fourth quarter binge topples Xplosion
March 19, 2007 - Continental Basketball Association 1 (CBA 1)
Pittsburgh Xplosion News Release
ANDERSON, IN, March 19, 2007 - Corey Minnifield erupted for 35 points to lead Pittsburgh (9-23), but Indiana (23-22) put seven players in double-figures and exploded for 43 fourth quarter points to record a 130-117 victory in Continental Basketball Association action at the Wig Wam.
Coming off a six-day layoff, the Xplosion jumped out quickly against the Alley Cats winning the opening quarter, 31-23, despite playing without the services of starting point guard Lewis Monroe. Indiana, however, responded to teh opening salvo by storming back in capture the second quarter, 33-24, and to take a one-point lead at intermission, 56-55.
Indiana extended its advantage in the third quarter, winning the frame, 31-27.
The fourth quarter became a frantic up-and-down track meet, as each team tossed defense to the wind. The Xplosion surrendered a season-high 43 points in the final period, dropping the quarter, 43-35 and the game 130-117. Indiana won six of seven quarter points.
In addition to Minnifield, Rob Griffin scored 26 points, but shot 0-10 from three-point range. Eric Williams posted his second straight double-double with 16 points and 11 boards. Dajuan Tate (14 points) and Shawn Hawkins (13 points) also reached double-digits.
The Alley Cats were led by Carl Edwards 27 points and Josh Murray added 26 points.
Indiana crushed the Xplosion on the boards, 63-36.
In addition to Monroe, Pittsburgh also played without the services of Greg Jenkins. The game marked the return of Marc Williams, who was activated from the inactive list.
Up next, the Xplosion kick-off a three-game homestand against Indiana at Mellon Arena on Wednesday, March 21. Game time is slated for 7:05 PM. For more information call the Xplosion at (877) 410-9900 or visit www.pittsburghxplosion.com.
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