Comets Surge Past Hawks 117-103 Behind Jensen's Stellar Night and Sorenson's Playmaking Trio
Houston's Balanced Attack and Clutch Plays Sink Milan
HOUSTON – The Houston Comets used a dominant third quarter and a balanced offensive attack to secure a 117-103 victory over the visiting Milan Hawks in World Pro League action. Struggling with free throw consistency and facing a spirited Milan effort through the first half, the Comets found their rhythm late, ultimately pulling away to extend their winning streak.
The game began as a tight affair, with both teams trading blows. Milan’s Leo Braun and Sofia Karlsson kept the Hawks within striking distance, while Houston countered with the sharp shooting of Kenji Ishikawa and the clutch play of Eva Jensen. A key moment arrived late in the second quarter when Viktor Sokolov drained a crucial three-pointer, igniting a small run for the Comets. However, Milan, led by Fiona Garcia’s aggressive rebounding, managed to stay toe-to-toe, heading into halftime with the score remarkably close.
The turning point came decisively in the third quarter. The Comets, orchestrating their offense through Elias Sorenson’s masterful court vision which generated 10 assists, began to pull away. Jensen continued her excellent scoring, adding to her game-high total, and Maya Hernandez provided timely baskets. A steal and subsequent fast break by Marcus Thorne highlighted the defensive intensity that Houston brought in the second half, forcing turnovers and stifling Milan’s momentum. “We talked at halftime about locking in defensively and trusting our offense,” said Comets Head Coach Anya Sharma. “The players responded, and that third quarter was exactly what we needed.”
Despite Milan’s best efforts to claw back in the fourth, fueled by a strong performance from Leo Braun and Jaya Kumar, Houston’s consistent scoring and efficient ball movement proved too much. Jensen, who finished with 22 points, emphasized the team’s collective effort. “Everyone contributed tonight,” Jensen stated. “When we share the ball and play together, we’re a tough out.”
Key Notes:
- Houston’s 29 assists were a testament to their ball movement.
- Elias Sorenson’s 10 assists were a game-high.
- Milan’s 5-of-12 free throw shooting proved costly.
- The Comets held a significant edge in assists-to-turnover ratio (4.1).