Eriksson's 35 Ignites Titans Past Sentinels in 120-110 Thriller
Eriksson's Explodes for 35 as Titans Dominate Sentinels
TORONTO – The Toronto Titans secured a crucial 120-110 victory over the Paris Sentinels on Tuesday night, fueled by a career-defining performance from Lena Eriksson and a relentless offensive attack that proved too much for their international visitors. The win, part of World Pro League - Season 2, was highlighted by Eriksson’s scoring prowess and the Titans’ exceptional ball movement, which kept the Sentinels on their heels throughout the contest.
The game started with both teams trading blows, but the Titans began to pull away in the second quarter. Lena Eriksson was sensational, pouring in 35 points on an efficient 13-of-18 shooting from the field, including 5-of-7 from three-point range. Her scoring barrage was complemented by Sofia Lindberg’s sharp playmaking, as she dished out a game-high 6 assists to go along with 14 points and 5 rebounds.
“We knew Paris was a tough opponent, and they can score in bunches,” said Titans Head Coach Evelyn Reed. “But Lena was just in a zone tonight. When she’s hitting like that, it opens up everything for us. Our ball movement was also key; 29 assists is a testament to everyone looking for the best shot.”
The Sentinels saw strong efforts from Noah Harrison, who chipped in 21 points and 7 rebounds, and Caleb Singh, who added 19 points and 6 assists. However, their efforts weren’t enough to overcome the Titans’ sustained offensive pressure. A key stretch in the third quarter saw the Titans hit consecutive field goals, including a timely three-pointer from Elara Fischer, extending their lead and stifling any momentum the Sentinels tried to build.
“We fought hard, but we gave up too many easy looks,” lamented Sentinels point guard Caleb Singh. “Their offense is potent, and we struggled to contain Eriksson. We’ll learn from this and come back stronger.”
Key Notes:
- Lena Eriksson led all scorers with 35 points.
- Toronto Titans recorded 29 assists on 45 made field goals.
- Paris Sentinels grabbed 14 offensive rebounds but struggled to convert them into consistent second-chance points.
- The Titans shot an efficient 42.5% from beyond the arc.