Tonight in the Fall 2011 92Y Adult Basketball League A-Division playoffs, Max's All Stars (seven seed), upset Team #8 Chris C - Orange (two seed) by a final score of 58-57. It was a dramatic victory for the team. Max's All Stars were in control for most of the first half, but fell behind by three in the second before Branden Gibson hit a bucket close up and drained a free throw to tie the game at 53 all. However, missed free throws prevented Max's All Stars from closing things out late. Team #8 got the ball back with 6.0 seconds remaining only down by one point, but Jamel Jackson missed a two-pointer for the win. The team played terrific defense all night and hit enough clutch shots to win. Corey Orgias, Ronnie Worthen Jr and Patrick James made major contributions. Mike Viola got the rebound on a missed free throw by Branden Gibson, put it back up for the game-winning shot and drew a foul (but missed the FT). Marvin Billups Jr and Reed Morgan supported the team in limited minutes.
It was ugly at times, but Max's All Stars persevered - winning their fourth straight game and advancing to the semi-finals on January 3rd.
Max's All Stars is a New York City based basketball program that competes in various leagues/tournaments all year round. Indoors, outdoors, anywhere - Max's All Stars is up for any challenge! To learn more please visit our website: www.maxsallstars.com
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