BCL Asia Qualifiers: Hong Kong Eastern beat NS Matrix Deers in 2024 opener

NS Matrix Deers - Hong Kong Eastern 73-80

Hong Kong Eastern overcame NS Matrix Deers in 2024 opener of the BCL Asia Qualifiers. The Malaysian team grabbed a 3-point lead at the start, whilst NS Matrix Deers replied with a 16-11 run in the second period. The third quarter was decisive in the game as Hong Kong Eastern needed a 22-12 surge to seal the win.
Gilbert Dominic (198-G/F-1996, college: UBC, agency: BIG) led the way with 26 points and McLaughlin Chris (208-C-1992, college: Victoria) collected 16 points and 11 rebounds. Taishaun Johnson (183-PG-1994, college: PVAMU) replied with 23 points in a loss and Jordan Tolbert (200-F-1992, college: SMU) netted 19.