
Stockton Kings Fall to Rio Grande Vipers, 121-114
January 23, 2019 - NBA G League (G League)
Stockton Kings News Release
Stockton, Calif. - Tonight, the Stockton Kings (16-11), the NBA G League affiliate of the Sacramento Kings, fell short to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers (19-10), the NBA G League affiliate of the Houston Rockets at the Stockton Arena, 121-114.
In the first quarter, Rio Grande Guard Michael Frazier had 11 points and four rebounds. Both teams were in a scoring battle finishing the quarter with Rio Grande leading 28-27. Rio Grande saw four players in double digits in the first half. Including center Isaiah Hartenstein who posted 15 points and seven rebounds in the first half. Rio Grande saw their biggest lead of the game in the fourth quarter when they were up by 20 points at the six- minute mark. Stockton came back but fell short.
Troy Williams finished with a double-double, leading both teams in scoring with 33 points and 12 rebounds off the bench. Kings center, Daniel Ochefu also had a double-double posting 17 points and 12 rebounds.
Rio Grande saw six players in double figures. They also had two players finish with double- doubles. Frazier finished with 25 points and 10 rebounds, and Hartenstein posted 26 points and 18 rebounds.
The Stockton Kings will return home on Thursday, January 24 to host the Iowa Wolves at 7 p.m. This game can be viewed via ESPN+. Stockton will be back home Friday, January 25 to face the Santa Cruz Warriors. Friday is Family Feast night at the Stockton Arena which includes $1 beer, $1 soda, $2 hot dogs, and $4 unlimited popcorn. Each fan in attendance will receive a Shoot and Score interactive player card. Each card will have a different player on it, and that players actions could unlock a deal from Great Clips for fans. This game can be viewed via Facebook Live. Tickets for these games can be purchased at StocktonKings.com.
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