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Lots of life in Majors’ bats to start season
Around the Diamond: London’s offense has gotten the job done in three early wins; Cardoso has something to prove; Payano looking like an ace; Challenge ahead against champs — and more champs.
Rethinking BSL basketball
With the season wrapped up, we ask: How can BSL basketball be better in Year 3? Our senior columnist, Jason Winders, has some ideas to improve game play, the fan experience, and the league’s professionalism
With dust settled on down season, what’s next for Lightning?
After three straight championship seasons, the London Lightning played .500 basketball this year and got bounced in a postseason play-in game. Where does the franchise go from here?
Lightning lay it on the line in Jamestown
Around the Perimeter: London set for one-game playoff in New York. Winner moves on to semi; Coach Williams believes he’s found the right mix; Can Lightning conquer the Jackals’ den?
Around the Perimeter: Lightning looking to tame emotion
he 11-0 Lightning can set a franchise record — in the franchise’s first game in the U.S. — Thursday in Albany. Three games in four days will test the streak.
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
‘Turbo’ more than a nickname — it’s a lifestyle for Taylor
Jachai Taylor, aka Turbo, the uber athletic London Lightning guard, is embracing creativity — on the court and in all facets of his life. It’s been freeing — and fun.
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