Shorthanded GDB falls to 0-2

Game Summary

The Ballers scored the second most points in franchise history, fueled by a furious late rally that fell short after they fell into a 26 point hole midway through the second half. GDB was short handed due to a rash of injuries and out of town commitments across the roster.

Headlines

Avalanche of second half points - Green Dot was down 84-60 with just over 4 minutes left. Green Dot stalwarts Will Harris III and Chris Larson entered the game and led a pressing and scoring rally that resulted in a 22-5 run. The Ballers actually had the ball down 8 with a good look at a three that would have made the game very interesting. It is the first time the Ballers have scored more than 75 points and lost. But the 55 points in the second half was one of the all time best performances. The 82 points tied for the second most in franchise history.

Game day contract proves its worth - With a shorthanded squad in the offing, it was time to dig into the waiver wire. Asst GM Mike Reamy knows how to pick em! His late signing came up big with 4 three pointers and 14 points. A big boost to squad that needed it!

Cookies x 2 !! - All time GDB steals leader Chris Larson was able to extend his record in style picking the pockets of both DB point guards. The first led to a Ryan Demagistris 3 pointer and the second was part of the big rally in the second half, that led to another basket.

MVP

Tony Wroblicky - The Baller pivot man was a presence on both ends of the court and even threw in a 3 pointer for good measure.

Up Next

Straight Cash (0-2) 9:00pm - Straight Cash and Green Dot find themselves with an gut check as the season hits its pivotal third week. Whichever team wins, will certainly feel good about its path to the playoffs, the loser will need to win out. Game is at Chick Armstrong Rec Center.