Despite the coach s absence, Towers fought back and six straight points from Steve Bucknall, as well as three consective three pointers from Wayne Henry, Eric Burks and Ronnie Baker, brought them back to within two points at 66-64. They went on to take the lead at 69-66 early in the fourth quarter, but Lions hit ten of the last 12 points and inflicted Towers their first away defeat of the season. Lions Jason Siemon led all scorers with 29 points, while Towers Kendrick Warren bagged 26. Despite home court advantage, the Eagles come not overhaul the Giants lead, although the deficit was reduced. Donnie Johnson bagged 30 points for the Eagles, but justin Phoenix led all scorers with 35 points.
Giants are now two points shy of fourth-placed Leicester Riders, with two games in hand.
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