Ottawa 85, at Montreal 96

MONTREAL (Interstat) — The Montreal Alliance defeated the Ottawa Blackjacks 96-85 on Friday at Verdun Auditorium. Montreal improved to 11-16, Ottawa dropped to 11-14. The Alliance trailed 25-23 after the first quarter but led 49-50 at halftime. A 26-13 third-quarter surge gave Montreal a 75-63 advantage, and the hosts outscored Ottawa 21-22 in the fourth. Blondeau Tchoukuiengo led Montreal with 23 points, nine assists and three rebounds. Kevin Osawe added 21 points and 11 rebounds. Trent Johnson contributed eight points, five rebounds and five assists. Prince Oduro posted nine points, eight rebounds and three blocks. Quincy Guerrier had seven points,… Read more...