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Lightning point guard Chris Jones spoke only days ago about struggling with his mother’s death, wrestling with his own demons, and his hopes of a new start in London – hopes now dashed by his own hand.

They’re 13-2. Unbeaten at home. But they are beatable. They have their flaws, and coach Doug Plumb knows it. He’s working tirelessly to address the team’s weaknesses — and have his troops ready to peak come playoff time.

The Lightning didn’t set a record for wins to start a season, but they’re 3.5 games up on KW Titans in the standings. Those foes will face off Wednesday. That, plus accolades, new signings and more from our hoops columnist Jason Winders

Amir Williams, the Lightning’s premier big man, is an efficient scorer and top shot blocker. As his minutes continue to climb, he just may be the key to the team’s chances at a fifth NBLC title this season.

Can the 9-0 Lightning set a new record? Sudbury and Windsor stand in their way, but a pair of wins this week would give them best start in league history.

It’s Sudbury and Syracuse this week for the Lightning, who seek to extend their perfect 7-0 start. Shots still aren’t falling, but clamp-down defense, columnist Jason Winders says, has made the difference.

It’s a busy three-game week — all at home — for the Lightning, who are still coming into their own. Columnist Jason Winders has all the latest news and notes.

All arena restrictions have been removed — just in time for the London Lightning home opener. In fact, they’ll play 5 games at the Bud in 9 days.

A Family Day win was nice, but Coach Plumb says the Lightning have a lot to work on. Next up is rival Windsor on Saturday.

10 thoughts from columnist Jason Winders on the tipoff (finally) of the NBLC 10th anniversary season