Aviators Take Flight in Seattle: Petrov's 32 Points Propel Atlanta to 130-121 Victory
Petrov Lifts Aviators Past Storm in High-Scoring Affair
By Alex Rodriguez
SEATTLE – The Atlanta Aviators soared into Seattle and downed the hometown Storm 130-121 in a thrilling Pro League matchup that hinged on a relentless offensive surge by the visitors in the second half. The Aviators, fueled by a stellar performance from Adrik Petrov, found their scoring touch and overcame a valiant effort from the Storm, who struggled to contain Atlanta’s perimeter attack.
The game was a back-and-forth affair for much of the first half, with both teams trading blows and showcasing potent offenses. The Storm, led by Zara Petrova’s sharp shooting, managed to keep pace with the Aviators’ early onslaught. However, a critical stretch in the third quarter saw Atlanta find its rhythm from beyond the arc, with Ben Carter and Adrik Petrov connecting on multiple triples. This offensive explosion gave the Aviators a lead they would not relinquish.
Petrov was the undisputed catalyst for Atlanta, pouring in a game-high 32 points to go along with 7 assists. He was ably supported by Ben Carter, who contributed 22 points, including a pair of crucial second-half three-pointers. For the Storm, Petrova led the charge with 22 points, while Chiara Blackwood anchored the paint with a double-double of 12 points and 10 rebounds. Despite the loss, Seattle’s ball movement was exceptional, with 32 assists on 44 made field goals.
“We just couldn’t quite get over the hump tonight,” said Storm coach Elena Ramirez after the game. “Atlanta hit some big shots, and we didn’t respond as well as we needed to. We’ll learn from this and be ready for the next one.”
Adrik Petrov spoke about his team’s mindset: “We knew we had to come out aggressive. Seattle’s a tough place to play, but we trusted our game plan and executed. When we spread the floor and make shots, we’re a dangerous team.”
Key Notes:
- Adrik Petrov (ATL) led all scorers with 32 points and dished out 7 assists.
- Zara Petrova (SEA) was the leading scorer for the Storm with 22 points.
- Atlanta Aviators knocked down 19 three-pointers, while the Seattle Storm hit 19 as well.
- Chiara Blackwood (SEA) recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
- The Atlanta Aviators outscored the Seattle Storm 130-121 in a high-octane offensive display.