Kings Overcome Early Deficit, Use Dominant Third Quarter to Top Legends

FRISCO, Texas (Interstat) — The Stockton Kings erased a 15-point first-half deficit with a 42-point third quarter to defeat the Texas Legends 115-105 in a G League game Friday night at Dr Pepper Arena.

Texas led 69-57 at halftime after a strong offensive start, but Stockton opened the third quarter on a 20-3 run to seize control. The Kings outscored the Legends 42-15 in the period.

Ryan Nembhard led Texas with 24 points and nine assists. Moussa Cisse added 16 points and 13 rebounds. Stockton improved to 20-10, while Texas fell to 13-20. The teams meet again Saturday.