Vision fall to the Jam 81 to 94
December 9, 2006 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Atlanta Vision News Release
SUWANEE, GA - Atlanta Vision, Atlanta's professional basketball team in Gwinnett lost at home to the #2 Jacksonville Jam. The Vision returned from their Florida road trip on Friday to play the Jam again at home on Saturday.
Atlanta Vision played great defense in 1st quarter to keep the highly ranked Jacksonville at only a one point lead, 26-27. By the half, the Jam increased their lead by six. The Anthony Haymon (Jacksonville Jam) and Kevin Harrington (Atlanta Vision) both played a solid game and kept the Jam lead at six to end the third quarter. The Vision struggled in the fourth quarter as the Jam pulled away to gain a 20 point lead. The night ended with a loss for the Vision at 81 to 94.
Atlanta will host Palm Beach, December 16th at the Suwanee Sports Academy. All fans are encouraged wear red and support the Vision as they look to capture a win to close out 2006.
Atlanta Vision is an official member of the American Basketball Association (ABA) and will defend their 2005 Divisional Championship Title. The ABA was made famous by Julius "Dr. J" Erving, the red, white and blue ball, innovative rules, and fan-friendly, affordable entertainment. Ticket packages are now on sale for their 2006 November through March season. For further information about the Atlanta Vision, please visit www.theatlantavision.com, e-mail info@theatlantavision.com, or call 770-482-7994.
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