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Lightning Down Riptide 124-119

The London Lightning beat the Saint John Riptide 124-119 at Budweiser Gardens on Wednesday.

The Lightning took a 36-28 advantage in the first quarter, but fell behind the Riptide 65-61 at halftime. However, London retook the lead in the third frame to make it 92-89 going into the fourth. The Lightning kept the advantage in the final quarter to win with a five point lead.

Kyle Johnson led London with 31 points, and Garrett Williamson put up 23 points. Anthony Criswell also added 13 points and 11 rebounds.

The Lightning are at home on Saturday when they take on the Windsor Express at 7:30pm.

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