Wolves Claw Past Olympians 113-104 Behind Balanced Attack
Chicago's Deep Bench and Clutch Shooting Secure Key Victory
By Alex Thompson
CHICAGO – The Chicago Wolves staged a late surge, overcoming a tenacious Athens Olympians squad for a crucial 113-104 victory at the United Center. In a game that saw multiple lead changes and impressive offensive displays from both sides, the Wolves’ balanced scoring and timely three-point shooting proved to be the decisive factors in their Season 2 World Pro League matchup.
The Olympians, led by a scorching performance from Chloe Lee, held a slim lead for much of the second half. Lee was a one-woman wrecking crew for Athens, slicing through the Wolves’ defense with an array of drives and mid-range jumpers. However, Chicago refused to fold, chipping away at the deficit with strong contributions from their deep roster.
The turning point came midway through the fourth quarter. Trailing by four, the Wolves unleashed a barrage of three-pointers. Li Wang and Bronte Watson connected on back-to-back triples, igniting a 10-0 run that swung the momentum decisively in Chicago’s favor. Elara Jones and Julian Santos then closed the door with crucial assists and defensive stops, as the Olympians struggled to find answers.
Coach Evelyn Hayes of the Wolves praised her team’s resilience. “We knew Athens would come out ready to play, and Chloe Lee was exceptional tonight,” Hayes stated. “But our guys just kept believing. We shared the ball, trusted each other, and ultimately, that collective effort won us the game.”
Despite Lee’s game-high 37 points, the Olympians couldn’t match the Wolves’ offensive depth. For Chicago, Li Wang and Bronte Watson led the charge with 17 points apiece, while Elara Jones added 10 points and a game-high 5 assists. Julian Santos also chipped in with a strong all-around performance, recording 13 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists.
“It feels great to get this win,” said Li Wang after the game. “We know we have a lot of scoring options, and tonight, we just needed everyone to step up and make plays. That’s what makes us dangerous.”
Key Notes:
- Chloe Lee (Athens) poured in a game-high 37 points.
- Chicago’s Li Wang and Bronte Watson each scored 17 points.
- Elara Jones led the Wolves with 5 assists.
- Athens Olympians committed only 7 turnovers.
- Chicago Wolves shot an impressive 48.9% from beyond the arc (22-45).