The London Lightning take on the Orangeville A’s, January 2, 2016. (Photo courtesy of the London Lightning)The London Lightning take on the Orangeville A’s, January 2, 2016. (Photo courtesy of the London Lightning)
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A's Can't Dodge Lightning

The London Lightning defeated the Orangeville A's 106-101 on Saturday.

The Lightning started out the game in the lead with a 23-15 advantage at the end of the first quarter, but the A's kept it close at halftime, remaining only one point behind London. Both teams battled again in the third, but the Lightning kept a 78-70 advantage going into the final frame, and held a five point lead for the win.

Chad Posthumus led the Lightning with 19 points and ten rebounds, while Tyshawn Patterson had 18 points and Stephen Maxwell scored 12 points and had 12 rebounds.

London improves to 3-1 following the win.

The Lightning will hit the court on Sunday to take on the Windsor Express at 2pm.

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