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Ever-changing Lightning seek cohesion
Around the Perimeter: More roster changes bring new faces, while others depart; Scottie Lewis contributes in first weekend; James Towns drops 42 vs. Pontiac; Three-game week ahead; Lightning fifth in standings

Struggling Bolts search for answers, much-needed wins
Around the Perimeter: What’s holding London back? Three-pointers, defense, turnovers …; Paul Parks moves on from team; Up next: Must-win vs. Glass City? Three games in four days

How will Lightning rebound from Sudbury sweep?
Around the Perimeter: London needs wins. Will it happen this weekend?; JR Holder, Jaylon Tate join the fold; Who is the real James Towns?; Up next: Home vs. Windsor, then another tough back-to-back …

Rival week for Lightning vs. Sudbury
Around the Perimeter: Parity a plus for league; Nothing ‘free’ from the line for London; Godfrey an impact add; We’re at the midpoint; Up next: It’s two straight against rival Sudbury

Defense! Defense! A (fun with numbers) breakdown …
Around the Perimeter: Lightning play three in four days — including a wildly quick turnaround for a game in the U.S. Sunday. London leads league in scoring, but is last in defense. Is their style sustainable?

Lightning look to regroup, get healthy
Around the Perimeter: Hobbled London squad sit middle of the pack; Good first impression for Godfrey. Lightning film session opens eyes; James Towns III hasn’t lit world on fire — yet; But Paul Parks has

Lightning move forward, welcome new scoring
Around the Perimeter: With departure of Chris Jones, will Billy White be focal point on offense?; Or … will it be newcomer James Towns?; London also adds big; Ottey promoted to starting PG; Filling Jones’ production

Lightning keep pace, focus on team hoops
Around the Perimeter: London (7-4) escapes ‘The Rock’ with two wins; Emotional return for Coach Williams; Getting technical; Searching for long-range efficiency; Lengthy layoff to aid ailments; Jan. 16 return at home

Lightning New Year’s resolution? Find a groove
Around the Perimeter: Up next … trip to Newfoundland; Unfamiliar growing pains for London (5-4); Parks behind the arc; Leadership needed; Columnist Jason Winders’ latest Lightning news & notes

Defending champs hit speed bump; Will roster regroup?
Around the Perimeter: London falling short from three, free throw line; Busy stretch to close out 2024; Will Bolts add to roster?; Fun with math.

Lightning an (im)perfect 2-0, eye busy week
Around the Perimeter: Home opening win a tale of two halves; Balanced effort on offense; The threes aren’t flying … yet; Broadcast snafus, attendance hurdles. Columnist Jason Winders’ Lightning news & notes …

Coach Williams & Co. ready for home start
Around the Perimeter: London Lightning home opener set for Sunday, Dec. 8 (2pm) vs. Windsor; Roster down to 10; BSL playoff format revealed;