To win basketball games late you need a closer. The Sioux Falls Skyforce had two players emerge in their 117-112 victory over the Agua Caliente Clippers.
Sioux Falls got healthier and got after Erie 136-100 Monday night in a win at the Sanford Pentagon. The Skyforce outscored the BayHawks in each quarter.
A new season against a newly branded team started well, but the Lakeland Magic surged at the finish to grab the 108-100 win over the Sioux Falls Skyforce.
The ability to finish quarters served the Sioux Falls Skyforce well in opening night 120-116 thriller over the Memphis Hustle at Landers Center Saturday night.
Two-way contracts give opportunity for Sioux Falls Skyforce-affiliated players to latch onto NBA clubs as 15 men will begin the season claiming that heritage.
As the NBA preseason closes, Miami is making moves to get to 15 players for opening night. Plus the potential for channeling players to Sioux Falls is a factor.