Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Salt Lake City Stars Center DA’SHONTE RILEY (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Salt Lake City Stars Center DA’SHONTE RILEY (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives past Salt Lake City Stars Guard TYRONE WALLACE (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) drives past Salt Lake City Stars Forward BRANNEN GREENE (14) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) shoots a layup during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Sacramento Kings Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) drives past Salt Lake City Stars Guard JAYLEN BLAND (2) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) drives past Salt Lake City Stars Guard JAYLEN BLAND (2) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard MARK TYNDALE (1) drives around Salt Lake City Stars Forward MICHALE KYSER (20) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) elevates for a reverse layup during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Salt Lake City Stars Center DA’SHONTE RILEY (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Salt Lake City Stars Center DA’SHONTE RILEY (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Sacramento Kings Dancers throw t-shirts to the crowd during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Salt Lake City Stars at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017
Kyle Jones: kjones@renobighorns.com
BIGHORNS COME UP SHORT AGAINST THE STARS
RENO, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (11-18) fell to the Salt Lake City Stars (8-20) 107-106 Sunday night in front of a sellout at the Reno Events Center.
Reggie Hearn led the Bighorns with his season-high 30 points and added 10 rebounds and two assists while Kings affiliate player Isaiah Cousins notched 26 points, four rebounds and 10 assists. Renaldo Major totaled 17 points in the Sunday night contest.
Jermaine Taylor paced the Stars with 27 points and six rebounds while Tyrone Wallace scored 26 points, four rebounds and five assists.
The Bighorns opened up the first frame going on a 9-3 run to hold the advantage over the Stars at the 8:00 mark. The Spurs responded with a 10-4 run, tying the game at 13 a piece at the mid-way point of the first frame. The Stars held a 10-point advantage over the Bighorns to enter the second frame.
The Stars would hold their double-digit lead over the Bighorns before the Bighorns went on a 17-6 run behind a triple from Major to take a 44-43 lead at the 4:30 mark. The teams would exchange the lead times in four minutes with Reno holding a 50-49 lead at the half.
The battle was head-to-head in the third frame. Despite Cousins scoring 11 of his 26 points in the quarter, the Stars won the frame 31-25. Neither team led by more than five points in the frame, the quarter saw nine lead changes and four ties. The Stars held a 80-75 lead at the end of the frame.
The Stars held the upper hand on the Bighorns to open the final frame before the Bighorns went on an 11-4 run to hold a one-point advantage over the Stars with 7:31 left in play. The teams fought to control the lead, exchanging the lead five times and tying twice in five minutes. The Stars had a 106-100 lead with 46.3 left in play. Hearn sunk two triples in the final 2.4 seconds to end the game edging the Stars 107-106. Hearn scored 15 of his 30 points in the final frame behind a 5-7 shooting effort.
The Bighorns will return to the Reno Events Center on Wednesday, Feb. 1 to host the Iowa Energy at 7 p.m.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard GARY PAYTON II (0) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) shoots against Rio Grande Valley Viper Center CHINANU ONUAKU (23) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives against Rio Grande Valley Viper Forward JP TOKOTO (6) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Center CHINANU ONUAKU (23) pulls down a rebound during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) throws down a monster dunk during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward KADEEM JACK (2) drives to the hoop during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives to the hoop during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) dunks during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives to the hoop during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) dunks over Rio Grande Valley Viper Forward CHRIS WALKER (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) dunks as Rio Grande Valley Viper Forward JP TOKOTO (6) watches during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard DARIUS MORRIS (9) attempts a shot against Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard GARY PAYTON II (0) drives to the hoop during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard GARY PAYTON II (0) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard MARK TYNDALE (1) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) shoots over Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard DARIUS MORRIS (9) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Center CHINANU ONUAKU (23) shoots an underhand free throw during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Forward LE’BRYAN NASH (2) shoots a layup against Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard DARIUS MORRIS (9) drives past Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard DARIUS MORRIS (9) drives past Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard DARIUS MORRIS (9) drives to the hoop during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Guard JARVIS THREATT (4) starts a drive during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) shoots as Rio Grande Valley Viper Center CHINANU ONUAKU (23) tries to block his shot during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Rio Grande Valley Viper Center CHINANU ONUAKU (23) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Rio Grande Valley Viper Center CHINANU ONUAKU (23) attempts a shot against Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
RENO, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (11-17) fell to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers (17-12) 119-114 Friday night at the Reno Events Center.
Sacramento Kings Affiliate Player Lamar Patterson led the Bighorns with 39 points and seven rebounds while affiliate player Isiah Cousins notched 22 points, five rebounds and eight assists. Kings assignment player Georgios Papagiannis recorded his fourth double-double of the season 17 points and 12 rebounds.
Darius Morrris paced the Vipers with 27 points, five rebounds and five assists while Chinanu Onuaku had 19 points and 11 rebounds.
The opening quarter was a fast-paced, tightly contested play in which neither team led by more than six points. Patterson led all scorers in the first frame with 13 points, helping the Bighorns to a one-point advantage to start the second frame.
The head-to-head battle carried through to a high-scoring frame with Reno and Rio Grande Valley both scoring over 29 points. The Bighorns led by as many as eight points, despite the frame seeing eight lead changes and four ties. The Bighorns led the Vipers 61-57 at the half.
The Bighorns held a double-digit lead over at the 8:00 mark until the Vipers went on a late rally to leave the Bighorns trailing by one point to end the third period.
The Bighorns held the upper hand on the Vipers to open the final frame after six points from Patterson in the first minute and a half of play. The Vipers retook control of the lead after two lay-ups from Jarvis Threatt and a lay-up from Walker. Despite Patterson scoring 13 points in the final frame, the Vipers would not relinquish the lead.
The Bighorns will return to the Reno Events Center on Sunday, Jan. 29 to host the Salt Lake City Stars at 5 p.m. The Kings entertainment team will join the Bighorns for affiliate games in Reno during the January 29 contest. Kings Legends, Sacramento Kings Dancers, Mascot Slamson and more will be on hand to give fans in Reno an opportunity to connect directly with the Sacramento organization.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Sioux Falls Skyforce Center KEITH BENSON (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) shoots against Sioux Falls Skyforce Center KEITH BENSON (5) with Sioux Falls Skyforce Forward STEFAN JANKOVIC (3) watching during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives against Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard PATRICK MILLER (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives through Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard PATRICK MILLER (7) and Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard BRIANTE WEBER (11) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) shoots over Sioux Falls Skyforce Center KEITH BENSON (5) with Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard LUIS MONTERO (1) watching during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard LUIS MONTERO (1) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard LUIS MONTERO (1) blocks a shot by Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Sioux Falls Skyforce Center KEITH BENSON (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) dunks during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard BRIANTE WEBER (11) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard IKE NWAMU (2) flies to the hoop against Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) pulls down a rebound against Sioux Falls Skyforce Forward STEFAN JANKOVIC (3) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) and Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) gather with Bruno the Bighorn for a short prayer after the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) gets a pick from Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) on Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard LUIS MONTERO (1) and drives to the key during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard BRIANTE WEBER (11) pulls up for a quick three against Reno Bighorn Guard MARK TYNDALE (1) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard HENRY WALKER (6) drives past Reno Bighorn Forward KADEEM JACK (2) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Forward STEFAN JANKOVIC (3) passes the ball with Reno Bighorn Forward KADEEM JACK (2) stepping up and Reno Bighorn Guard MARK TYNDALE (1) following during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard BRIANTE WEBER (11) tries to draw a foul against Reno Bighorn Forward KADEEM JACK (2) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard PATRICK MILLER (7) drives against Reno Bighorn Forward KADEEM JACK (2) and Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Guard PATRICK MILLER (7) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Sioux Falls Skyforce at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
RENO, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (11-16) defeated the Sioux Falls Skyforce (20-7) 129-116 Wednesday night at the Reno Events Center.
Sacramento Kings Affiliate Player Lamar Patterson led the Bighorns with a season-high 41 points while adding six rebounds and four assists while assignment player Isiah Cousins logged a double-double with 27 points and 11 rebounds. Kings assignment player Georgios Papagiannis recorded his third double-double of the season with 25 points and 15 rebounds.
Briante Weber paced the Skyforce with 34 points, seven rebounds and five assists while Keith Benson had 24 points and eight rebounds.
The Skyforce took control of the lead early, leading by more than five in the opening half of the first quarter before the Bighorns went on a 16-3 run to hold a 10-point advantage over the Skyforce with 2:22 left in play. The Skyforce went on a late 12-4 run to trail the Bighorns 28-26 heading into the second frame.
The momentum remained with the Bighorns to begin the second period with a 16-5 run behind a triple from Patterson to open their lead to as many as 13 points by the 7:23 mark. The Skyforce rallied back to retake control of the lead with 1:31 left to play in the first half. A floating jumper by Weber and two free-throws from Marcus Posley would give the Skyforce a 58-55 lead with under a minute in play. Cousins stepped to the line after being fouled by Weber to make two points to edge the Skyforce by one. Papagiannis sunk a three with .3 left in play in the first half to give the Bighorns the lead that would not be relinquished for the remainder of the game. The Bighorns went into the locker room at the half leading 62-60.
Patterson, Papagiannis and Cousins combined for a total of 57 points in the first half.
The Bighorns dominated the third frame, outscoring the Skyforce 36-25 to lead by as many at 13 points.
The teams remained scoreless the first two minutes of the fourth quarter before Skyforce’s Miller made a lay-up at the 10:00 mark. The Bighorns responded with a three and two free throws from Cousins to open the Bighorns’ lead to 17. The Skyforce would get within 10-points of the Bighorns with 3:26 to play before the Bighorns ran away with the lead to secure a 129-116 victory over the Skyforce.
The Bighorns will return to the Reno Events Center on Friday, Jan. 27 to host the Rio Grande Valley Vipers at 7 pm.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
The Reno Bighorns huddle before the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard MARK TYNDALE (1) drives against Canton Charge Guard ROOSEVELT JONES (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) drives against Canton Charge Forward CHRIS EVANS (23) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) shoots against Canton Charge Guard JOHN HOLLAND (11) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Canton Charge Guard QUINN COOK (2) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) shoots against Canton Charge Guard JOHN HOLLAND (11) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward CHANE BEHANAN (24) dunks during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward CHANE BEHANAN (24) drives past Canton Charge Forward CHRIS EVANS (23) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Forward ERIC MORELAND (25) drives past Reno Bighorn Center GEORGIOS PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives past Canton Charge Center MICHAEL DUNIGAN (17) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard MARK TYNDALE (1) drives against Canton Charge Forward ERIC MORELAND (25) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Forward ERIC MORELAND (25) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Guard ROOSEVELT JONES (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Forward CHRIS EVANS (23) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Center MICHAEL DUNIGAN (17) works against Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Guard QUINN COOK (2) works against Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Guard JUSTIN JOHNSON (9) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Reno Bighorns during a timeout of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Reno Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Reno Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Forward ERIC MORELAND (25) drives against Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Reno Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Canton Charge Guard MIKE WILLIAMS (10) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Canton Charge at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
PATTERSON’S SEASON-HIGH NOT ENOUGH TO HOLD OFF CANTON
Reno, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (9-14) fell to the Canton Charge (13-9) 129-105 Friday night at the Reno Events Center.
Sacramento Kings Affiliate Player Lamar Patterson led the Bighorns with a team-high 36 points (.563 FG%, .500 3p%) while adding six rebounds and three assists. Affiliate player Isaiah Cousins scored 21 points and added four rebounds, seven assists and four steals while Reggie Hearn totaled 12 points and three assists.
Michael Dunigan paced the Charge with 20 points, five rebounds and two assists while John Holland notched 19 points, three rebounds and four assists.
The Bighorns jumped out to an early 12-4 lead in the first quarter behind triples from Hearn and Patterson. The Charge battled back to get within three points of the Bighorns before the Bighorns went on a 8-0 run to lead the Charge by 11 at the mid-way point. The Bighorns kept the Charge at bay to hold a 38-32 lead heading into the second frame. Patterson and Cousins combined for a total of 25 points in the first quarter.
After two free throws and a lay-up from Patterson to open the second frame, the Bighorns held an 8-point advantage over the Charge before Canton went on an 14-4 run to knot the game up at 46 at the 7:44 mark. The teams remained scoreless for two minutes until Charge’s Moreland stepped to the line to make two free-throws to take control of the lead. The Charge closed out the frame going on an 18-6 run to go into the locker room at the half leading the Bighorns 66-52.
The Charge heated up coming out of the break, leading by as many as 20 points in the third quarter. The Bighorns would never reclaim the advantage in the second half, falling 129-105.
Patterson scored 19 of his 36 points in the second half.
The Bighorns will next to Sioux Falls to face the Skyforce on Sunday, Jan. 15 at 3 p.m
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
The Game Face from Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) before the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The pregame Reno Bighorn Ritual with Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Austin Spurs Forward CORY JEFFERSON (40) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives past Austin Spurs Guard RYAN ARCIDIACONO (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) shoots over Austin Spurs Forward DANNY STEWART (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) shoots over Austin Spurs Forward PATRICIO GARINO (25) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots a fadeaway against Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) streaks to the basket against Austin Spurs Guard RYAN ARCIDIACONO (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) shoots over Austin Spurs Guard DANIEL NWAELELE (27) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) drives against Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Guard RYAN ARCIDIACONO (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) drives against Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) draws a foul against Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Reno Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Reno Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
BIGHORNS CRUISE TO THIRD STRAIGHT WIN IN OVERTIME THRILLER
Reno, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (9-13) defeated the Austin Spurs (9-14) 97-91 Wednesday night at the Reno Events Center.
Sacramento Kings Affiliate Player Isaiah Cousins led the Bighorns with 19 points, two rebounds and five assists while Pe’Shon Howard scored a season-high with 18 points. Kings assignment player Skal Labissiere logged a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds while assignee Georgios Papagiannis also recorded a double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds.
Bryn Forbes who is on assignment from the San Antonio Spurs paced Austin with 15 points, two rebounds and five assists while Cory Jefferson logged a double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds and two assists.
The Spurs took control of the lead early, leading the Bighorns by four on two separate occasions in the first two minutes of the first frame. The Bighorns would knot the score up five times in the frame but would never lead in the quarter. The Spurs led 24-20 in the first quarter.
The second quarter was a tight battle that saw four lead changes and three ties. The Bighorns took control of the score after a lay-up and a three from Patterson to have a 25-24 lead at the 10:23 mark. The Spurs got a one-point advantage over the Bighorns after a hook shot by Jefferson before the Bighorns pulled away by as many as five to hold a 30-28 lead over the Spurs mid-way through the frame. The Spurs rallied back to get a three-point advantage over the Bighorns with 1:28 left in the first half. After two free-throws from Cousins and a free –throw from Will Davis, the score would be tied at 42 going into the locker room at the half.
The Spurs controlled the third frame, leading the Bighorns by more than nine in the quarter.
The Bighorns gained momentum in the fourth quarter outscoring the Spurs 29-22. Pe’Shon Howard opened up the frame with two triples to edge the Spurs 69-68 at the 9:31 mark. The Bighorns took a six-point advantage over the Spurs after a three from Howard followed by a hook shot and two free-throws from Labissiere. The teams battled for the advantage exchanging the lead twice before the Bighorns held a 82-76 lead with 3:23 left in regulation. Forbes tied the game at 87 at the 6.1 mark. Howard would attempt a three but would be beat by the buzzer, forcing the game into overtime. Howard scored 12 of his 18 points in the third frame.
Mark Tyndale made a lay-up in the opening minutes of the first overtime frame followed by a jumper and a three from Patterson to take a 95-88 lead over the Spurs. The Bighorns would not relinquish the lead, securing a 97-91 victory over the Spurs.
The Bighorns will return to the Reno Events Center on Friday, Jan. 13 to host the Canton Charge at 7 pm.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) drives against Grand Rapids Drive Forward RAMON HARRIS (3) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives against Grand Rapids Drive Forward RAMON HARRIS (3) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward KADEEM JACK (2) dunks over Grand Rapids Drive Guard JORDAN CRAWFORD (15) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Grand Rapids Drive Forward ISMAEL ROMERO (25) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) drives against Grand Rapids Drive Guard RAY MCCALLUM (2) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Guard KEVIN MURPHY (55) shoots from the corner against Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Center CHRIS HORTON (5) dunks with Reno Bighorn Forward CHANE BEHANAN (24) and Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) watching during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Guard RAY MCCALLUM (2) shoots over Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Guard RAY MCCALLUM (2) drives against Reno Bighorn Forward CHANE BEHANAN (24) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Guard RAY MCCALLUM (2) drives against Reno Bighorn Forward CHANE BEHANAN (24) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) swats the ball away from Grand Rapids Drive Center CHRIS HORTON (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Guard ZEKE UPSHAW (13) shoots from the corner during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Guard KEVIN MURPHY (55) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Grand Rapids Drive Guard TREY FREEMAN (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) drives against Grand Rapids Drive Guard RAY MCCALLUM (2) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) elevates for a reverse layup with Grand Rapids Drive Guard JORDAN CRAWFORD (15) and Grand Rapids Drive Guard CHRIS ANDERSON (24) watching during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Grand Rapids Drive at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Monday, Jan. 9, 2016
Kyle Jones: kjones@renobighorns.com
BIGHORNS SHUTDOWN THE DRIVE
Reno, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (8-13) defeated the Grand Rapids Drive (11-12) 107-101 Monday night at the Reno Events Center.
Sacramento Kings Affiliate Player Lamar Patterson led the Bighorns with 24 points, seven rebounds and eight assists while affiliate player Isaiah Cousins followed Patterson closely scoring 19 points, grabbing seven rebounds and adding eight assists. Kings Assignment Player Skal Labissiere logged a double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds.
Kevin Murphy paced the Drive with 23 points and 10 rebounds while Ramon Harris had 21 points, seven rebounds and two assists.
The first quarter was a tightly contested battle that saw eight lead changed and four ties. The teams matched each other point-for-point knotting the score up at 20 at the 2:52 before the Bighorns pulled away to have a 28-22 lead heading into the second frame.
The Bighorns controlled the second frame, leading the Drive by more than nine in the quarter behind a 52.6% shooting effort compared to the Drive shooting 40.9%. Papagiannis lead the Bighorns in the frame scoring eight points going 4-5 from the field. The Bighorns went into the locker room at the half with a 52-46 lead.
The Drive rallied back coming out of the break to edge the Bighorns by one mid-way through the third frame. The Bighorns pulled away after a triple from Cousins and Patterson to lead by nine at the 2:00 mark. Drive’s Jordan Crawford scored three to cut the Drive’s deficit to six before Patterson scored three after stepping to the line twice to hold a nine-point lead over the Drive at the end of the third quarter. Labissiere and Cousins combined for 20 points in the frame.
The momentum remained for the Bighorns to begin the final frame behind a 10-2 run to open their lead to as many as 17 by the 8:07 mark. Fueled by a 10-point spurt from Ray McCallum, the Drive cut their deficit to four with 1:36 left in play. The Bighorns would not relinquish the lead to secure a 107-101 victory over the Drive.
Patterson scored 17 of his 24 points in the second half.
The Bighorns will return to the Reno Events Center on Wednesday, Jan. 11 to face the Austin Spurs at 7 pm.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives past Northern Arizona Suns Guard SHAQUILLE HARRISON (3) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) drives past Northern Arizona Suns Guard ELIJAH MILLSAP (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) dunks after beating Northern Arizona Suns Guard ELIJAH MILLSAP (7) to the hoop during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Northern Arizona Suns Guard ELIJAH MILLSAP (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) is fouled by Northern Arizona Suns Guard ASAAD WOODS (23) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward KADEEM JACK (2) shoots for three during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) shoots over Northern Arizona Suns Forward DEREK COOKE JR (11) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard ELIJAH MILLSAP (7) shoots over Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Northern Arizona Suns Guard ASKIA BOOKER (6) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Northern Arizona Suns Guard ASKIA BOOKER (6) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard SHAQUILLE HARRISON (3) draws a foul against Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard ELIJAH MILLSAP (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard ELIJAH MILLSAP (7) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Forward JOHNNY O’BRYANT III (24) shoots over Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard XAVIER SILAS (13) shoots for three during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard ASKIA BOOKER (6) shoots over Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard SHAQUILLE HARRISON (3) shoots over Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) elevates to the hoop against Northern Arizona Suns Forward JOHNNY O’BRYANT III (24) and Northern Arizona Suns Guard SHAQUILLE HARRISON (3) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives past Northern Arizona Suns Guard SHAQUILLE HARRISON (3) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Forward JOHNNY O’BRYANT III (24) defends against Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) in the paint during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard ELIJAH MILLSAP (7) drives into the paint against Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Northern Arizona Suns Guard ASKIA BOOKER (6) drives past Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Northern Arizona Suns at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017
Kyle Jones: kjones@renobighorns.com
PATTERSON BEATS BUZZER IN OVERTIME TO SECURE BIGHORNS THE WIN
RENO, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (7-13) handed the Northern Arizona Suns (10-10) their ninth straight loss Saturday night in a buzzer-beater 91-89 finish at the Reno Events Center.
Kings Affiliate Player Lamar Patterson led the Bighorns with 31 points, eight rebounds and five assists while affiliate player Isaiah Cousins notched 23 points, three rebounds and three assists. Kings assignee Skal Labissiere scored 19 points and added eight rebounds.
Elijah Milsap paced the Suns with 20 points, six rebounds and four assists while Johnny O’Bryant logged a double-double with 15 points, seven rebounds and 15 assists.
The Suns took control of the game early, leading the Bighorns 20-12 at the mid-way point in the first quarter. The Bighorns rallied back to tie the game at 28 with 1.1 on the clock. Patterson made a lay-up with 1.0 remaining in play to give the Bighorns a 30-28 lead to end the first quarter.
The Bighorns pulled away from the Suns leading by six early in the frame after a lay-up from Kadeem Jack and A jumper from Pe’Shon Howard. The Suns took control of the lead after going on an 11-2 run to take a 39-36 lead at the 5:39 mark. The two teams exchanged buckets the remainder of the frame with the Suns going into the locker room at the half with a 45-42 lead.
The Suns kept the Bighorns at bay, leading by as many as 14 in the third quarter. The Bighorns headed up in the fourth quarter outscoring the Suns 22-11. Cousins opened up the final frame with a triple. The Bighorns chipped away at the Suns lead getting within two points at the 6:00 mark. The Suns would respond to lead the Bighorns by seven with 4:09 left in play. The Bighorns went on a 5-0 run to make it a two-point game at the 1:35 mark. Cousins stepped to the line and scored two to tie the game at 85. Shaquille Harrison would attempt a three with less than six seconds in play but would come up short to force the game into overtime. Cousins scored 13 points in the fourth quarter.
Harrison made a lay-up in the opening minute of the first overtime frame. Patterson responded with a three at the 1:50 mark before Harrison made to free-throws after being fouled by Labissiere to take a one-point advantage over the Bighorns. On the final possession, Renaldo Major in-bounded the ball to Patterson with 4.0 in play, Patterson sunk a triple with less than one second in play securing a 91-89 Bighorns victory over the Suns.
The Bighorns will host the Grand Rapid Drive on Monday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m.
–bighorns—
About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Oklahoma City Blue Forward KAMERON WOODS (31) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) looks to pass against Oklahoma City Blue Forward KAMERON WOODS (31) and Oklahoma City Blue Center DAKARI JOHNSON (44) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives past Oklahoma City Blue Guard ALEX CARUSO (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) drives past Oklahoma City Blue Forward KAMERON WOODS (31) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) shoots against Oklahoma City Blue Forward JOSH HUESTIS (34) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) drives past Oklahoma City Blue Guard ALEX CARUSO (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Oklahoma City Blue Center DAKARI JOHNSON (44) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives past Oklahoma City Blue Forward JOSH HUESTIS (34) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) works against Oklahoma City Blue Guard DANIEL HAMILTON (25) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward CHANE BEHANAN (24) works against Oklahoma City Blue Forward JOSH HUESTIS (34) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) drives past Oklahoma City Blue Forward MYKE HENRY (4) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) shoots a layup against Oklahoma City Blue Center KALEB TARCZEWSKI (41) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) shoots over Oklahoma City Blue Forward JOSH HUESTIS (34) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Oklahoma City Blue Guard CAMERON PAYNE (22) drives into a sea of Bighorns, Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19), Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) and Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Oklahoma City Blue Guard CAMERON PAYNE (22) shoots over Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Oklahoma City Blue Guard CAMERON PAYNE (22) drives past Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) after a pick by Oklahoma City Blue Center DAKARI JOHNSON (44) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Oklahoma City Blue Guard ALEX CARUSO (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) shoots against Oklahoma City Blue Forward JOSH HUESTIS (34) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) drives against Oklahoma City Blue Forward MYKE HENRY (4) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Oklahoma City Blue Guard DANIEL HAMILTON (25) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Oklahoma City Blue Guard DANIEL HAMILTON (25) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Oklahoma City Blue at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Thursday, January 5, 2017 Kyle Jones: kjones@renobighorns.com
BIGHORNS FALL TO OKLAHOMA CITY
RENO. Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (6-13) fell to the Oklahoma City Blue (14-7) 123-94 Thursday night at the Reno Events Center.
Kings Assignment Player Skal Labissiere led the Bighorns with 19 points and seven rebounds while Renaldo Major notched 18 points, four rebounds and three assists. Kings assignee Georgios Papagiannis scored 12 points and added six rebounds.
Josh Huestis paced the Blue with 23 points, seven rebounds and two assists while Cameron Payne totaled 22 points and four assists.
The first quarter proved to be a tightly-contested battle that saw five lead changes and three ties. The Blue ended the frame with a narrow 23-22 lead over the Bighorns.
The Blue opened up the second quarter going on a 11-2 run to hold a 10 point advantage over the Bighorns. The Bighorns rallied back to edge the Blue 46-45 at the 1:00 mark before Kameron Woods made a lay-up to give the Blue a 48-45 lead at the half.
Oklahoma City heated up coming out of the break, leading by as many as 28 points in the third quarter. The Bighorns would never regain the advantage in the second half, falling 123-94.
The Bighorns return to the Reno Events Center to host the Northern Arizona Suns on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. Tickets for the contest will begin at $12. Fans can visit renobighorns.com to purchase tickets or call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
A pregame ceremonial tip off by US Olympic Gymnast JAKE DALTON with Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) and Austin Spurs Forward CORY JEFFERSON (40) before the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno local US Olympic Gymnast JAKE DALTON before the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorns bringing the Holiday Spirit to the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) shoots over Austin Spurs Forward CORY JEFFERSON (40) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Austin Spurs Guard DEJOUNTE MURRAY (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives against Austin Spurs Guard DEJOUNTE MURRAY (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) drives against Austin Spurs Forward LIVIO JEAN-CHARLES (35) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) drives against Austin Spurs Guard JEFF LEDBETTER (8) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) is fouled on his way through the middle by Austin Spurs Forward LIVIO JEAN-CHARLES (35) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) shoots from outside during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives against Austin Spurs Guard JEFF LEDBETTER (8) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) shoots for three over Austin Spurs Forward LIVIO JEAN-CHARLES (35) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward CORY JEFFERSON (40) shoots against Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) and Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Guard DEJOUNTE MURRAY (5) works in the paint against Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) slaps the ball away from Austin Spurs Guard DEJOUNTE MURRAY (5) as Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) watches during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Guard DEJOUNTE MURRAY (5) shoots from the corner as Reno Bighorn Coach SCOTT SCHROEDER shows his players what to do during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward JARELL EDDIE (16) drives past Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Guard JEFF LEDBETTER (8) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward LIVIO JEAN-CHARLES (35) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Guard BRYN FORBES (14) drives against Reno Bighorn Guard PE’SHON HOWARD (5) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) is sandwiched between Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) and Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) is sandwiched between Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) and Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) drives against Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers perform during a quarter break of the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Forward CHARLES GARCIA (33) shoots over Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) and Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Austin Spurs Guard DEMETRI MCCAMEY (11) drives against Reno Bighorn Center GEORGE PAPAGIANNIS (50) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) shoots during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) seals the game with an overtime freethrow during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Austin Spurs at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Wednesday, December 22, 2016 Kyle Jones: kjones@renobighorns.com
BIGHORNS WIN OVERTIME THRILLER AGAINST AUSTIN
RENO, Nev.—- The Reno Bighorns (5-10) defeated the Austin Spurs (6-10) 108-105 Wednesday night at the Reno Events Center in overtime.
Sacramento Kings Affiliate Player Lamar Patterson led the Bighorns with 26 points, five rebounds and eight assists while Kings assignment player Skal Labissiere logged a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Kings assignee Georgios Papagiannis notched 15 points and nine rebounds as Reggie Hearn poured in 12 points and grabbed three rebounds.
Bryn Forbes paced the Spurs with 29 points and six rebounds while Dejounte Murray recorded a double-double with 17 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists.
The Spurs took control of the game early, leading the Bighorns by nine at the mid-way point of the first quarter. The Bighorns rallied back to close the deficit to four with 3:45 to play in the first frame. The Spurs won the frame 29-26. Papagiannis and Labissiere scored five points each.
The Bighorns kept the Spurs scoreless the first the first four and a half minutes of the second frame going on a 7-0 run to take a one-point advantage over the Spurs. The Spurs would retake control of the lead after Charles-Jean stepped to the line after being fouled by Labissiere. The Bighorns edged the Spurs 38-37 with 4:48 to play in the first half. The teams exchanged buckets with Hearn hitting a three with .30 in play before Murray scored a layup to give the Spurs a 51-44 lead heading into the locker room at the half.
The Bighorn chipped away at Austin’s lead tying the game at 58 at the 7:31 mark in the third quarter. Hearn sunk a three to give the Bighorns a three-point lead before the Spurs responded with a 12-3 run to hold a 70-63 lead with 3:58 on the clock. Despite threes from Pe’Shon Howard and Hearn, the Spurs had a 80-71 lead at the end of the third frame.
Forbes opened up the fourth quarter with a triple to give the Spurs a 12-point lead, their largest lead of the night. The teams battled for control of the game before Renaldo Major and Patterson scored triples less than a minute apart to make it a four-point with 3:12 to play in regulation. Spurs’ McCamey scored a free-throw with 2:26 to play in regulation. Labissiere and Patterson would both dunk giving the Bighorns a one point deficit at the 1:38 mark . Murray hit a jumper before Patterson scored a triple to knot the score up at 98 to force the game into overtime. The Bighorns won the fourth frame 27-18 behind Patterson’s 13 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 3P).
Forbes sank a three early in the overtime frame to give Austin the lead. A jumper from Labissiere and a free-throw from Patterson tied the game a 101 before Cousins hit a jump shot and two free-throws to give the Bighorns a 105-101 lead with .43 in play. Jefferson sank a free-throw after being fouled by Papagiannis before Hearn was fouled twice making three free-throws giving the Bighorns a 108-102 lead. Forbes hit a three with .58 remaining in play. The Spurs would in-bound the ball but remained scoreless on the final possession securing a 108-105 Bighorns victory over the Spurs.
The Bighorns will next travel to Oklahoma to face the Oklahoma City Blue on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 5 P.M.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) shoots for three during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard RENALDO MAJOR (7) elevates toward the hoop during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Forward WILL DAVIS II (0) shoots over Iowa Energy Forward RAMON HARRIS (22) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) drives against Iowa Energy Guard CHRIS CRAWFORD (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard ISAIAH COUSINS (10) drives past Iowa Energy Guard KALIN LUCAS (9) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) drives past Iowa Energy Guard CHRIS CRAWFORD (10) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) shoots nearly alone in the corner for three during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) battles with Iowa Energy Forward QUINTON CHIEVOUS (11) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Iowa Energy Guard WAYNE SELDEN JR (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Iowa Energy Guard WAYNE SELDEN JR (7) shoots against Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Iowa Energy Forward QUINTON CHIEVOUS (11) protests as he forces his way to the key against Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Iowa Energy Guard TERRY WHISNANT (6) shoots from the corner against Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard JAMAL BRANCH (21) shoots a layup against Iowa Energy Guard KALIN LUCAS (9) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) shoots for three during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard MALACHI RICHARDSON (9) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard REGGIE HEARN (37) drives during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
The Lady Bighorn Dancers positioned for the National Anthem before the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard MALACHI RICHARDSON (9) tries to pass between Iowa Energy Forward PERRY JONES III (18) and Iowa Energy Guard WAYNE SELDEN JR (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Center SKAL LABISSIERE (19) dunks during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard LAMAR PATTERSON (13) protests some contact from Iowa Energy Forward PERRY JONES III (18) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard MALACHI RICHARDSON (9) tries to create a foul against Iowa Energy Forward MATT COSTELLO (24) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Reno Bighorn Guard MALACHI RICHARDSON (9) drives past Iowa Energy Guard WAYNE SELDEN JR (7) during the NBA D-League Basketball game between the Reno Bighorns and the Iowa Energy at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada.
Friday, December 9, 2016
Media Contacts: Kyle Jones: kjones@renobighorns.com
PATTERSON’S 35 POINTS PUSHES THE BIGHORNS PAST THE ENERGY
RENO, Nev. —- The Reno Bighorns (3-8) defeated to the Iowa Energy (2-9) 115-99 Friday night at the Reno Events Center.
Sacramento Kings Affiliate Player Lamar Patterson led the Bighorns with 35 points, eight rebounds and seven assists. Kings affiliate player Isiah Cousins poured in 18 points, three rebounds and six steals as Kings assignee Skal Labissiere added 14 points and four rebounds for the Bighorns.
Kailin Lucas paced the Energy logging a double-double with 26 points, three rebounds and 10 assists as JaKarr Sampson totaled 16 points seven rebounds and three assists.
The Bighorns jumped out to an early 6-2 lead behind a jumper and dunk from Labissiere. After being knotted up at 14, the Bighorns went on a 19-4 run to lead the Energy 33-18 behind triples from Patterson and Renaldo Major with 3:00 remaining in the first frame. The Bighorns would control the remainder of the quarter to enter the second frame with a 37-27 lead.
Major sunk a triple in the opening seconds of the second frame to lead the Energy by 14. The Energy would match the Bighorns point for point until the Bighorns would go on an 8-0 run spurred by a three from Major. The Bighorns remained scoreless for a little less than three minutes to let the Energy cut the deficit to 10 points until Patterson hit a three at the 5:18 mark. The Energy’s Quinton Chievous drained a three with 5:02 left in play. The Bighorns responded with a three and two free throws from Patterson to lead the Energy by 17 with 3:07 to play in the first half. The Energy went on a 10-2 run to go in the locker room at the half trailing the Bighorns 63-54.
Patterson scored 22 points and added five rebounds and two assists in the first half while Major went 3-3 from behind the arc.
The Bighorns shot 55% from the field in the first half.
The Bighorns maintained their advantage over the Energy and controlled the third quarter, winning the frame 28-20. The Energy would chip away at the Bighorns lead coming within six points. The Bighorns entered the final frame with a 87-79 lead.
Richardson opened the final frame with back-to-back triples to take a 17-point advantage over the Energy. The Energy closed the deficit to six after a free throw from JaKarr Sampson at the 8:32 mark. The Bighorns went on a late 8-1 run to finish the game with an emphatic 16-point margin of victory.
The Bighorns will travel to Hidalgo, Texas to face the Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 4 p.m.
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About the Reno Bighorns:
The Reno Bighorns are a member of the NBA Development League, the official minor league of the NBA. The Bighorns are affiliated with the Sacramento Kings. Season tickets for the 2016-17 season are on sale now! For more information, call the Bighorns front office at 775-853-8220 or visit RenoBighorns.com. Follow us on Twitter @renobighorns and “like” the Bighorns on Facebook at facebook.com/bighornshoops. The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 22 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2016-17 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. An all-time high 38 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2015-16 season boasted NBA D-League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA D-League Cares programs. Fans can watch all NBA D-League games on nbadleague.com.
