Clippers push game to overtime but miss to Felician
The Clippers headed down to New Jersey to face off against the Felician College Golden Falcons, an opponent they haven't seen since the beginning of December. The Clippers opened their game with a five point lead over the Golden Falcons. The Golden Falcons then came on strong and took the lead away. With the Golden Falcons with the lead, the Clippers worked hard to keep them close. As the Clippers tried to get the lead back the Golden Falcons stretched their lead out to 12 points at one point in the half. With a 3-pointer from Brandon Whitaker the Clippers moved closer and were only down 30-39 at the end of the first half.
The second half was a battle as the Clipprs wanted the game to
continue their win streak and the Golden Falcons wanted the game
for the season series sweep. The Clippers headed their way
back into the game and tied it up twice. The Golden Falcons
went ahead again with the lead but the Clippers were not far
behind. With 8 seconds left on the clock the Clippers were
down by three. Brandon Whitaker threw up a 3-pointer with
three seconds left and the ball went in the basket to force the
Golden Falcons into an overtime.
The Golden Falcons took charge of overtime as the Clippers slipped. Even though the Clippers kept the Golden Falcons close the clock ticked down and time ran out. The Clippers missed to the Golden Falcons, 84-89.
Brandon Whitaker put up 22 points for the Clippers. Will Eason posted another double-double with 14 points and 16 rebounds. Argelix Gil added 14 points and 8 rebounds with Kenny Gaskins adding his 14 points. Douglas Soutar boasted 13 points and 4 assists on the night.
The Clippers will host the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia this Thursday at 7:00pm.
