The Niagara River Lions denied the Newfoundland Growlers comeback with an 98-97 win in Canadian Elite Basketball League action on Friday. (Niagara River Lions/Instagram - image credit)The Newfoundland Growlers are still searching for their first win in franchise history. Led by Khalil Ahmad's 21-point effort, the Niagara River Lions denied the Growlers (0-4) comeback with an 98-97 win in Canadian Elite Basketball League action on Friday. Ahmad's free throw following Jermel Kennedy's foul, sealed the home victory in the Elam Ending for Niagara at the Meridian Centre in St. Catherines, Ont. Christian Vital added 18, which included a driving layup in Elam Ending that secured the victory.

Source: CBC News June 11, 2022 03:36 UTC