Basketball net. © Can Stock Photo Inc. / Kagemusha
Basketball net. © Can Stock Photo Inc. / Kagemusha
London

Lightning Top River Lions 105-85

The London Lightning scored a 105-85 win over the Niagara River Lions at Budweiser Gardens on Thursday.

The Lightning took a 30-24 lead in the first quarter and extended it to 52-39 at halftime. London remained on top by 15 points at the end of the third, and held that advantage through the final frame to win by 20 points.

Garrett Williamson had a game-high 22 points for London, while Royce White had 17 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists. As well, Anthony Criswell ended with 18 points and 11 rebounds.

The Lightning are at home again on Saturday when they take on the Kitchener-Waterloo Titans at 7pm.

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