PORTLAND, Maine (Interstat) — The Greensboro Swarm defeated the Maine Celtics 122-112 in a G League game Friday night at Portland Exposition Building.

Greensboro built a 16-point halftime lead behind a combined 68 points from its starting backcourt in the first half. The Celtics mounted a third-quarter rally, outscoring the Swarm by seven, but could not close the gap in the final period. Key performances fueled the Swarm’s efficient offensive night.

The victory improved Greensboro’s record to 20-7, while Maine fell to 17-11. The teams will meet again at the same venue Sunday.