SK Skyrockets to 86-56 Victory Over LG: A Historic Night in Korean Basketball

Seoul SK’siformes and Speed Bounce LG in the 2024-25 Championship

In a Lebanese reminiscent of their early-season form, Seoul SK dominated LG in an 86-56 victory at the Jamsil Student Gymnasium on March 13, in the fifth leg of the 2024-25 Pro Basketball Championship. This crucial win puts SK back on track, leading 3-2, and within striking distance of a historic reverse sweep.

SK’s Balanced Attack and Dominant Rebounding

• SK led from start to finish, with a commanding performance in free throws, scoring 19 points from the charity stripe.
• They asserted their dominance on the glass, out-rebounding LG 45-33, and scored 12 points off fast breaks.

Record-Breaking Night for Ahn Young-joon

“I was just in the zone tonight. Everything felt right,” said Ahn Young-joon, the regular season’s best player, who scored an impressive 21 points, shooting 66.7% from the three-point line. His exceptional performance was supported by Jamil Wanni’s 17 points and 10 rebounds, who snapped a 14-game streak without a three-pointer.

LG Falters Under SK’s Intensity

LG struggled to match SK’s intensity, with key players like Assem Marey and Carl Tamao combining for just 20 points. LG’s woes from beyond the arc continued, shooting a mere 22.5% from three.

Jeon Hee-chul: “Won the momentum in the final game.”

“I expected LG to come out strong, but we won the momentum and ultimately the game,” acknowledged SK head coach Jeon Hee-chul.

What’s Next?

Game six heads to Changwon on March 15, with SK looking to continue their momentum and make history by completing the first-ever reverse sweep in the playoffs.

FAQs

Q: What is a reverse sweep?

A: A reverse sweep refers to a team winning the last four games of a best-of-seven series after being down 0-3 or 1-3.

Q: Has a reverse sweep ever happened in Korean basketball?

A: No, it’s never happened before.

Did you know?

SK’s dominant rebounding performance ties a playoff record for rebounds in a single game.

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