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Game Day Report: Bradford Dragons vs Loughborough Riders

January 27, 2025

Game Day Report: Bradford Dragons vs Loughborough Riders

Date: Sunday, 26th January 2025

Final Score: Bradford Dragons 95 – 83 Loughborough Riders

(Quarter Scores: 23-19, 23-16, 20-20, 29-28)

Match Recap

The Bradford Dragons continued their impressive form with a commanding 95-83 victory over the Loughborough Riders in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. A strong team performance, highlighted by standout individual contributions, saw the Dragons maintain control for most of the contest.

Key Moments

  • Biggest Lead: Bradford Dragons led by as many as 21 points during the game, showcasing their dominance.
  • Game Tied: The match was tied 6 times, with 6 lead changes early on before the Dragons pulled away.
  • Points in the Paint: Bradford excelled in the paint, scoring 48 points compared to Loughborough’s 34.
  • Second-Chance Opportunities: The Dragons capitalized on offensive rebounds, adding 11 points to their tally.

Player Highlights

Bradford Dragons
  • Justin Williams: Top scorer with 27 points, including 5/5 from the free-throw line, and added 4 rebounds and 4 assists.
  • Rihards Šulcs (C): The captain was a pivotal force, scoring 19 points on an efficient 87.5% shooting, along with 6 rebounds.
  • Kofi Josephs: Contributed 16 points, 4 assists, and 4 rebounds, with clutch plays throughout the game.
  • Oscar Baldwin: A reliable presence off the bench, scoring 12 points and grabbing 4 rebounds in just 14 minutes.
Loughborough Riders
  • Michael Joiner: Led the Riders with 23 points, shooting a perfect 9/9 from the field, including 7/7 from inside the arc.
  • Justin Hedley: The captain added 14 points and 6 rebounds, giving the Dragons’ defense challenges.
  • Seth Wylie: Scored 15 points, demonstrating his range with 5 successful three-pointers.

Statistical Comparison

  • Field Goal Percentage: Bradford (56.5%), Loughborough (42.6%)
  • Three-Point Percentage: Bradford (37.5%), Loughborough (30.6%)
  • Rebounds: Bradford (40), Loughborough (39)
  • Bench Points: Bradford (13), Loughborough (15)

Next Game

The Bradford Dragons will aim to extend their winning streak as they gear up for another exciting matchup this weekend against Essex Rebels. Stay tuned for updates and ticket information!

Attendance: 100
Duration: 1:39
Officials: Crew Chief – T. Wuddiman, Umpires – J. Laplana, R. Leszczyk

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