Sonics vs, 76-ers L U hosts second NB A game

Th e SeattleSuper Sonicsdefeated the Philadelphia 76-ers 107-103 in the second National Basketball .Association game held at the LU Vines Center on Oct. 17,1992.

game ofthe exhibition season,were pacedby guard Ricky Pierce, who scored 21 points in contest.

The Sixers, who played their first game of exhibition season, were led by the debut of number-one draft pick Clarence Weatherspoon, who netted 19 points for Philadelphia.

The 4,642 spectators in attendance witnessed two completely opposite teams. Entering the season as a playoff contender, the Sonics were led by several veterans and young future stars. The Sixers, however, were rebuilding with youth after a disappointing season.

"I was thrilled because it could've been disastrous. The defense had a terrible training camp," Sixers Head Coach Doug Moe said.

"It was a good first half, but we justscrewed up attheend."

The teams not only played for a regular exhibition game, but also to benefit the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Virginia. Each ticket purchased donated 50 cents to help the program.

While playing the benefit game in the Vines Center, Moe commented that the facility was better than most he has seen in

JuniorsMattKirschnerand Johnny Collins express their for Seattle, playing their second their hometown team - the76ers.

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ByMike Gathman

An auctioneerdisplaysa basketball autographed by Larry Byrd atan auctionto benefitthe Campbell and Bedford Counties Sheriff's Dept. and K-9 Corp $2,000 was raisedforequipment.

A 76-ers Player takes a moment tosign autographs for fans afterthe game.

An overallview oftheVines

Centershowsthenearly4,700 in attendance Head Coach of the76ers, Doug Moe,saidit was a nicearena toplay in.

Sean Kemp of the Sonics goes up for the block against Hersey Hawkins oftheSixers