Red Claws Lose First Game of Season
November 28, 2014 - NBA G League (G League)
Maine Celtics News Release
SIOUX FALLS, SD - November 28, 2014 - The Maine Red Claws had a chance to win the game, but Christian Watford's three pointer fell short, as Maine dropped its first game of the season, 99-98 at Sioux Falls.
The Skyforce (2-1) erased a late 7-point deficit to tie the game and eventually take the lead. Watford hit a contested lay-up to give Maine a 98-97 lead with :07.2 left. Khem Birch put in an offensive rebound which would prove to be the game-winner.
Chris Babb finished with a season high 25 points including 7 three pointers. Tim Frazier scored 17 points and added a season high 12 assists. Watford added 16 points and 11 boards.
The Red Claws will look to bounce back from their first loss of the season at Canton Sunday evening. Tip-off is set for 5 p.m.
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