Slam out-slugged by Explosion in season opener, 116-106
March 9, 2008 - International Basketball League (IBL)
Bellingham Slam News Release
MONROE, Wash. - The Bellingham Slam overcame an 11-point halftime deficit, but could not hold on for a victory as they were defeated by the Snohomish County Explosion, 116-106, in a gritty International Basketball League season opener at the Monroe Sports Arena on Saturday.
Bellingham (0-1) used a 37-point third quarter to claw their way back into the contest, and briefly took the lead with seven minutes to play in the game, at 98-97, before the Explosion used a 13-1 run over the next five minutes to put the game out of reach.
The game was a very physical affair, with 65 total fouls called and 83 free throws awarded.
Guards Ryan Diggs and Jacob Stevenson shared top scorer honors for the Slam with 20 points each. Center Lukas Henne had an impressive showing in his professional debut with 19 points and eight rebounds.
Jamal Miller and Donald Watts led Snohomish County (1-0) with 32 and 31 points, respectively.
The Slam and Explosion face off in a re-match on March 22 at 7:15 p.m. at the Monroe Sports Arena. The Slam will make their home debut on March 28 against the Tacoma Jazz.
For more information, contact the Slam at (360) 734-SLAM or visit their website at www.bellinghamslam.com.
International Basketball League Stories from March 9, 2008
- Slam out-slugged by Explosion in season opener, 116-106 - Bellingham Slam
- Explosion lower the boom on Slam 116-106 - Snohomish County Explosion
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