Green Dot Ballers set new franchise scoring record in win over G-Men

Game Summary

It took about 10 minutes to knock off the bye week rust, but once they got going the Ballers put a stranglehold on the game. an 11-9 score at the 9:30 mark turned into a 38-23 halftime lead. Cam Wade played an impressive all around game that ultimately saw the Green Dot Ballers set a new franchise record for most points in a game. The GDB crew continues to demonstrate its great depth with outstanding contributions from Danny Abatemarco, Chris Harris and Ryan Demagistris. Newcomer Tony Wroblicky also returned to the fold and had a big impact on both ends in the win.

Cam Wade was head and shoulder above the rest on this record setting night.

Headlines

Record breaking night Coming in with a two game losing streak, the Ballers needed a get right game and Tuesday night provided just the game they needed. With 2:44 left in the game, Cam Wade was fouled and made the basket. Coach Larson called a timeout to ensure the team was aware that history could be found if they kept their foot on the gas pedal. With 76 points on the board and a free throw coming up, the record of 82 points was in sight. A couple of empty possessions seemed to have missed the opportunity, but another three by Wade and a tear drop finish by Wroblicky gave the Ballers their new high water mark.

All time highest scoring games in GDB history

All in together now After a sluggish start to the night (5-14 FG 0-5 3FG) Chris Harris continued his strong form this season by knocking down a three pointer. Apparently, the soon to be dad for a second time knocked the lid off the rim and the Ballers went on a 24-7 run to take control of the game headed into the half. Four ballers ended up in double figures with Cam Wade, Ryan Demagistris, Tony Wroblicky and Danny Abatemarco all scoring 10 or more. Everyone scored on the night that was great all around.

Tony Wroblicky (#8) scores the record breaking basket.

Spin cycle GDB point guard Chris Larson had his own And-1 mixtape moment in the second half. The G-Men point guard attempted to apply pressure at half court and Larson responded with a spin move that left the defender doing the splits.

MVP

Cam Wade - The "do-it-all" first year guard was doing it all throughout the game. A game high 22 points, a game high 7 assists, got some cookies and delivered key plays down the stretch to help the Ballers break the scoring record and more importantly put their two game losing streak in the rear view mirror.

Up Next

Green Dot Ballers will complete the first loop of the round robin schedule format against a young Troglodytes team that is currently 1-4, but has played some close games.