Xplosion Blow Away Ice, 144-121
February 21, 2006 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Pittsburgh Xplosion News Release
Pittsburgh, PA. The ABA Pittsburgh Xplosion defeated the Toledo Ice 144-121 at the Petersen Events Center to secure a berth in the ABA playoffs next month. Janerio Spurlock scored 35 points and Armon Gilliam added 32 as the Xplosion improved to 18-11 before a large crowd at Catholic Schools Night. Chris Acker scored 23 with 8 assists for Pittsburgh and DeVaughn Halsel had his second consecutive double-double with 19 points and 18 rebounds for the Xplosion.
Jamel Staten led Toledo with 30 points before being ejected from the game for technical fouls and Emeka Onkonkwo scored 29. The game was close until Pittsburgh exploded for 49 points in the final quarter. The Xplosion expects to play its first playoff game at either the Petersen Events Center or Mellon Arena. Details will be announced shortly. The team wraps up its regular home season next Tuesday, Feb 28 against the powerful Maryland Nighthawks at Mellon Arena. the game tips off at 7pm.
For more information, call Matt Doherty at 412 519 7064 or visit www.pittsburghxplosion.com or www.abalive.com.
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