bbl scores_six6s casino_Gladiators edge out Scorchers in exhilarating contest.
20 points from Al Durham off the bench for the Gladiators also helped forge a solid resistance for Surrey’s effortless deep-ranged scoring.
The Surrey Scorchers hosted the Caledonia Gladiators in an exciting match-up, with both teams looking to bounce back from narrow defeats on Friday.
Caledonia were first out the gate with a strong isolation move from Jeremiah Bailey, who converted with emphasis at the basket.
However, Surrey soon got into their rhythm, with Charleston Dobbs and Padiet Wang contributing valuable buckets to tie the score.
Caledonia’s defence was on full display in the opening minutes, keeping Surrey scoreless for almost three minutes of play.
On the attacking front, centre Fahro Alihodzic bullied Surrey’s defenders in the low post to provide points for the visiting side.
But Ryan Martin’s triple straight from the bench ended the Scorchers’ scoring drought.
It was Surrey’s turn to clamp down defensively.
After missing the last five games for Surrey, Andrew Lawrence’s entrance into the game quickly drew a steal, leading to a fast-paced lay-up by Kyle Carey on the other end.
With defence turning into offence for the Scorchers, they held onto a slim 17-16 lead to finish the opening quarter.
Martin’s hot hands continued to be on show in the second quarter, with Surrey finding success from beyond the arc, going 6/11 by the early stages of the second quarter.
Surrey’s Josh McFolley was a standout performer, heating up from three-point range and finishing the half with 17 points.
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