Chaos Crush Invaders 118-102 Behind Wells’ Electric Performance
In a high-octane showdown, the Los Angeles Chaos overwhelmed the Indiana Invaders 118-102 on Monday night, riding a wave of sizzling shooting and relentless rebounding. Point guard Brandon Wells was the maestro of the night, orchestrating the Chaos offense with dazzling precision en route to a game-high 26 points, including a blistering 6-of-8 from beyond the arc, while dishing out 6 assists and swiping 3 steals.
The Chaos came out guns blazing, torching the Invaders with a 34-point first quarter and never looked back. Their offensive rhythm was unstoppable, shooting 49% from the field and a scorching 55% from three-point range. Wells wasn’t alone in the onslaught as center Raymond Lindstrom was a force in the paint, tallying 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, while shooting an efficient 8-of-12 from the floor.
Indiana tried to claw back after halftime, outscoring the Chaos in the third quarter, but their efforts were undone by poor perimeter shooting (8-of-30 from deep) and a dismal night at the free-throw line (57%). Starting point guard Jake Stacy had a night to forget, going 0-for-8 from the field — all from three-point range.
The Chaos dominated the glass with a 54-39 rebounding advantage, including 20 offensive boards, which led to numerous second-chance points. Forward Chris Melvin was a rebounding machine off the bench, hauling in 14 boards in just 25 minutes.
Despite solid efforts from Invaders big men Ray Weston (20 points, 8 rebounds) and Ronald Beverly (17 points, 9 rebounds), Indiana couldn’t keep pace with the Chaos’ depth and efficiency. The Invaders also struggled with defensive breakdowns, committing 22 fouls and allowing the Chaos to convert 21-of-25 free throws.
In the end, it was the Chaos’ balanced attack, deadly shooting, and relentless rebounding that sealed the deal. With Wells leading the charge, Los Angeles sent a clear message: when they’re firing on all cylinders, they’re a nightmare to contain. Chaos win series 4-1.
Bigler Blasts Knights as T-Birds Soar to 109-77 Rout Behind 26-Point Barrage
The Arizona Thunderbirds delivered a thunderous statement Monday night, dismantling the London Knights 109-77 in a wire-to-wire blowout that showcased their offensive firepower and defensive tenacity. Shooting guard John Bigler was the star of the show, erupting for 26 points on a blistering 10-of-17 shooting, including 4-of-5 from deep, earning him Player of the Game honors.
The Thunderbirds came out of the gate like a lightning strike, torching the Knights with a 33-13 first quarter that set the tone for the rest of the night. Arizona shot a red-hot 50% from the field and a deadly 47% from three-point range, burying 14 triples as they ran circles around a disjointed London defense.
Bigler wasn’t alone in the offensive onslaught. Center Doyle Wagoner was a force in the paint, pouring in 22 points and grabbing 7 rebounds, while forward Oscar Smyth added a spark off the bench with 15 points, including a near-perfect 5-of-6 from beyond the arc.
The Knights, meanwhile, struggled mightily to find any rhythm. They shot just 40.5% from the field, a dismal 22% from three, and an abysmal 39% from the free-throw line (11-of-28). Despite a solid effort from Jonathan Howell (16 points) and Kenneth Dozier (15 points), London’s offense was plagued by missed opportunities and poor ball movement.
Arizona’s defense was equally impressive, forcing 19 turnovers and holding London to just 13 points in the first quarter. The Thunderbirds also dominated the glass, out-rebounding the Knights 48-38, and dished out 32 assists on 45 made field goals, showcasing their unselfish, high-octane style.
The Knights never led and never threatened, as the Thunderbirds extended their lead to as many as 36 points in the second half. With crisp passing, suffocating defense, and lights-out shooting, Arizona looked every bit the contender. Thunderbirds lead series 3-2.