Mill Rats Open NBL Season with Big Road Win
December 26, 2015 - National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada)
Saint John Riptide News Release
Saint John Mill Rats Shoot from Long Range vs. the Island Storm
(Saint John Riptide)
(Charlottetown, PEI): The Saint John Mill Rats posted a huge road win to open the 2015-16 NBL season, 121-106, over the Island Storm at the Eastlink Arena.
The first quarter saw the hosts gain a 7 point advantage midway, but Corey Allmond's three pointer at the quarter buzzer drew Saint John to within 31-32.
In the second quarter, the Mill Rats began to really heat up and execute on all cylinders. Saint John put 42 points on the board and opened up a commanding 73-52 halftime lead.
The Storm mustered a few runs, coming as close as 13 points, but Saint John regained control each time and finished the job.
The Mill Rats shot a blistering 21-41 from behind the arc (51%).
Anthony Anderson led the Mill Rats with 24 points and 10 assists, Corey Allmond had 20 points, Gabe Freeman 18 points and 10 rebounds, Doug Herring 17 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists, and Ricky Volcy had 15 points and 15 rebounds. Malcolm Grant scored 24 for the Storm.
Saint John hosts the Halifax Hurricanes Sunday at 4PM at Harbour Station.
Holiday Fan Drive Promotions!
The Mill Rats announced tonight two promotions for the holiday week:
(1) Buy (2) Adult season tickets now and receive (2) FREE Youth season tickets
(2) Use your ticket stub from the Dec 23rd exhibition game to get 1/2 price admission for games on Dec 27 and Dec 30th!
Season and flex tickets are on sale at the Harbour Station Box Office or by calling 506-657-1234 or by visiting www.harbourstation.ca.
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