Celtics take a 1-0 lead in BABA Premier League finals

President’s Cup champions C.A.M. Smart Assurance City United Celtics edged defending champions Burger King Clapham Bulls 77-74, in the opening game of the Barbados Amateur Basketball Association’s Premier League finals.

Playing at the Barbados Community College on Monday, Celtics led by six at the end of the opening quarter, as they came out strong to move ahead 24-18.

Bulls battled hard to stay in touch with their rivals but at half time, Celtics had extended their lead by three points, as they went to the break 45-34 ahead.

Bulls improved in the third quarter but still trailed 49-55, while Celtics ultimately held on in the closing session of the game, to secure victory by three points.

Theo Greenidge starred for the Celtics with 22 points and five rebounds, while Kiserian Adams offered good support with 18 points and nine rebounds.

Kyronne Alexander top scored for the Bulls with 18 points while grabbing eight rebounds, while Rasheed Maynard had 15 points to go along with 12 rebounds.

(KH)