Thorne's Fourth Quarter Fireworks Propel Comets Past Hawks, 114-109
Thorne's Scoring Spree Seals Thrilling Victory for Houston
HOUSTON – In a nail-biting World Pro League encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Houston Comets outlasted the Milan Hawks 114-109. The Comets secured a crucial home victory, largely thanks to a blistering fourth-quarter surge led by Marcus Thorne, who poured in 30 points to snatch momentum and seal the win.
The game was a back-and-forth affair from the tip-off, with both teams showcasing potent offenses and a willingness to trade blows. The Hawks, led by a balanced scoring attack, found success from beyond the arc early, with Kwame Nkosi and Fiona Garcia knocking down triples to keep pace.
However, the tide began to turn in the third quarter as the Comets’ defense tightened. A crucial steal by Eva Jensen ignited a fast break, leading to a timely three-pointer from Elias Sorenson that seemed to inject new life into the Houston squad.
The fourth quarter was where Thorne truly stole the show. He hit a pair of clutch three-pointers and consistently attacked the rim, scoring at will. His offensive explosion, coupled with a strong rebounding night from Diego Mendez (12 rebounds) and gritty defense, gave Houston the cushion they needed. Despite a late push from Milan, highlighted by Leo Braun’s seven assists and strong play from Léa Moreau (17 points), the Comets held on.
“Marcus was just on another level tonight,” said Comets Head Coach Anya Petrova. “He took over when we needed him most. This is a testament to his hard work and leadership.”
Thorne, humble in victory, commented, “We knew it was going to be a tough one. The team trusted me to make plays, and I’m just glad I could help us get this win.”
Key Notes:
- Marcus Thorne led all scorers with 30 points.
- The Comets shot an efficient 43.6% from three-point range.
- Diego Mendez dominated the boards with 12 rebounds.
- Leo Braun dished out a game-high 7 assists for the Hawks.