Price Leads Lumberjacks to Victory Over Phantoms, 103-92, After Crucial Fourth-Quarter Run
Price's Scoring Burst Powers Portland Past Philadelphia
By Alex Thompson
PORTLAND – The Portland Lumberjacks secured a hard-fought 103-92 victory over the Philadelphia Phantoms tonight, fueled by a dominant fourth-quarter surge that turned the tide of a tightly contested Pro League matchup. Jaxon Price ignited the home crowd with a stellar offensive performance, stepping up when his team needed it most to maintain their early-season momentum.
The game remained a back-and-forth affair through the first three quarters, with neither team able to establish a significant advantage. The Phantoms, led by an explosive 26-point effort from Zara Sanchez, showcased their offensive firepower. However, the Lumberjacks’ tenacious defense, highlighted by Sita Devi’s three steals, and their superior rebounding effort began to wear down the visitors.
The turning point came early in the fourth quarter. After a quiet offensive stretch, Jaxon Price found his rhythm, scoring 10 of his game-high 18 points in a pivotal 12-2 run that gave Portland a comfortable cushion. “We just locked in on defense and trusted our offense,” Price said after the game. “Coach told us to keep attacking, and we responded.”
Brooke King was a force on the boards for Portland, pulling down 8 rebounds and adding 10 points, while Lily Wong orchestrated the offense with 7 assists. For the Phantoms, Maya Singh contributed 8 points and a game-high 8 assists, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Portland’s late-game surge.
“It was a gritty win,” commented Lumberjacks Head Coach Evelyn Reed. “Philadelphia is a tough team, and they pushed us. But our guys showed resilience and executed when it mattered. That fourth quarter was special.”
Key Notes:
- Jaxon Price led all scorers with 18 points for the Lumberjacks.
- Zara Sanchez put up a game-high 26 points for the Phantoms.
- Portland outrebounded Philadelphia 56-40.
- Lily Wong dished out 7 assists for Portland.
- Maya Singh recorded 8 assists for Philadelphia.