Omarion Henry Has Breakout Game in Hard-fought loss to Denver

The Privateers (2-4) had five players reach double-figures in scoring output for the second consecutive time. The team also topped Denver in five categories to include going six-of-15 from the arc, picking up 11 offensive boards, 20 assists and three blocks. In the second half, the Privateers shot 67.9% from the field and 62.5% from the charity stripe. Overall, New Orleans shot 50% from the field in comparison to Denver's 53%.
 
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INSIDE THE BOX 
Khaleb Wilson-Rouse shot four-of-six from the arc and contributing 16 points with seven helpers to lead the squad. Jordan Johnson also brought the heat against his former teammates as he put up 13 points and four assists. Tyson Jackson chipped in 12 points and four defensive boards while Simeon Kirkland had a season-high night with 10 points and four rebounds. Coming off of a career-high, K'mani Doughty led the team in assist dishing out five and also putting up eight points and six rebounds. Daniel Sackey also dished out four assists. 
 
HOW IT HAPPENED 
The Privateers were kept to five points in a 12 point deficit until the 10 minute mark when Wilson-Rouse hit a good jumper. They were able to close the gap to a five-point difference    (35-30) going into the half. 
 
The Privateers returned in the second half with a vengeance outscoring the Pioneers by 20% in field goals and three-pointers, but it was not enough to overtake Denver in the end as they made four free-throws down the stretch and win the game (77-76).  

UP NEXT 
New Orleans will return to the Lakefront next Saturday, Dec. 3 for the White Out game presented by Helm Paint against local foe in the Louisian Ragin' Cajuns at 4 p.m. CT. Privateer fans are encouraged to wear white. The first 300 fans will recieve a free white out t-shirt. Additional deals include the family 4 pack (4 reserved tickets x4 meals for $40) and reserved tickets for just $5.04 with advance purchase.

The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN + and can be heard on NASH ICON 106.1 FM. The Voice of the Privateers, Jude Young, will be joined on color by Tic Price.
 
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