Thunderbirds outlast Jam
Published on January 28, 2007 under NBA G League (G League)
Bakersfield Jam News Release
Bakersfield, CA Jan. 27 - The Albuquerque Thunderbirds were able to hold off the Bakersfield Jam's numerous comeback attempts Saturday night with a 104 - 92 victory in Bakersfield before a crowd of 4,179. With this victory, Albuquerque snapped a 4 game losing streak and extended Bakersfield's to 3. The Thunderbirds were led by John Edwards who finished the game with 26 points and 10 rebounds.
Albuquerque got off to a fast start as they were able to end the first quarter with a 16 point lead. However, the Jam came back strong in the second quarter, going on a 13 - 4 run. In the second half, Bakersfield was able to cut the lead to five, but could not get any closer as Albuquerque finished the game strong.
"We needed a win in the worst way," said Albuquerque coach Michael Cooper. "We wanted to come out fast and avenge our loss to them from earlier this season."
Saturday's difficult loss dropped the Jam to a Western Division worst record of 7 - 16. "We missed too many foul shots," said Bakersfield coach Jim Harrick. "We had too many fouls, and too many unnecessary fouls."
Cedric Bozeman came up huge Saturday with 25 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds. Joe Shipp added 17 points.
The Jam was led by Gerry McNamara's 19 points and 4 assits. Tony Bobbitt added 15 points while Yuta Tabuse tallied 12.
The Jam and Thunderbirds will face off again Tuesday, February 6th in Albuquerque.
Jam tickets are on sale and can be purchased at bakersfieldjam.com or at the Jam front office. For premium or group seating call the Jam office at (661) 716-4JAM.
The D-League continues to develop talent from across all disciplines for the NBA's 30 teams and the entire NBA umbrella. This season, 19 NBA teams assigned 29 players to D-League affiliates. There were also 18 GATORADE Call-Ups from the D-League to the NBA. Additionally, every referee hired by the NBA since 2002 has worked in the D-League, while coaches, athletic trainers and front office executives are also being developed.
Designed to help grow the sport of basketball both domestically and internationally, the league also offers fun, family entertainment at affordable prices. For additional information on the NBA Development League, visit NBADLEAGUE.com.
For additional information about the Bakersfield Jam call (661) 716-4JAM or log on to www.bakersfieldjam.com.
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