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.
Lightning coach Doug Plumb has been spreading out the minutes, as players are getting comfortable in their roles. Meanwhile, four are headed to All-Star Weekend, and four alumni are named to All-Time Team …
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.
Omar Shiddo was stabbed in July 2020. Surgery required 31 staples. He was bedridden for a month. Then he returned to Western, finishing what he started — breaking the Mustangs’ all-time scoring record.
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.
