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Around the Perimeter: The key to streak? Defense.

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.

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The disappearance — and reinvention — of Mo Bolden

Mo Bolden left the Lightning abruptly in Feb. 2020. No one knew how much he was struggling — with the loss of his father, his divorce, and his mental health. He’s in a better place today, and he’s helping youth athletes — on and off the court.

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Around the Perimeter: A ‘new normal’

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.

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A Q&A with the Commish

Audley Stephenson, commissioner of the National Basketball League of Canada, talks about returning to the court, the long road to get there, and his passion for the league.

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Last Lightning game? It was Forte on fire

Columnist Jason Winders takes a look back at the last time the Lightning hit the hardcourt. Plus, notes from around the basketball — and sports — world.