Late Surge Lifts T-Birds Over Bighorns, 96-89
December 17, 2010 - NBA G League (G League)
Reno Bighorns News Release
RIO RANCHO, N.M. The Bighorns took an 81-68 lead into the fourth quarter, but the New Mexico Thunderbirds outscored Reno 28-8 in the final frame to escape with a 96-89 victory Friday night in the Santa Ana Star Center.
The huge fourth quarter handed Reno its second-straight loss against New Mexico and third-straight defeat overall. Nick Fazekas led the `Horns with 19 points, but the Thunderbirds' late-game defense proved to be the difference.
New Mexico was led by Dar Tucker, who poured in 25 points off the bench. Shane Edwards added 16 points and 12 rebounds for the T-Birds, who salvaged the win despite shooting just 38.4% from the field.
The Bighorns got double-doubles from Patrick Ewing, Jr. (15 points, 12 rebounds) and Aaron Miles (14 points, 10 assists) in the losing effort.
Reno heads to Austin Sunday afternoon for a 3 p.m.PT tip against the Austin Toros. All Bighorns road games can be seen live for free on NBA Futurecast by visiting nba.com/dleague.
The Bighorns return home on Tuesday, Dec. 28 against the Tulsa 66ers. Tip-time is set for 7 p.m. PST. Tickets are on-sale now.
Reno Bighorns group tickets and fan experience packages are on sale now by calling the Bighorns front office at (775) 284-2NBA or visiting RenoBighorns.com. Fans can high-five the players, play a game-before-the-game on the Bighorns court, perform a talent routine and more.
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