Rip City Remix overcome Memphis Hustle 119-109, Memphis’ losing streak reaches eight
PORTLAND, Ore. — Blake Hinson scored a game-high 25 points to lead the Rip City Remix (8-5) to a 119-109 victory over the Memphis Hustle (1-10) on Monday at the Chiles Center.
The Remix utilized a strong fourth quarter, outscoring Memphis 33-24 to break open a contest that featured 13 lead changes and six ties. Sean Pedulla was instrumental in the final period, scoring 11 of his 18 points to secure the win.
Key Performers
- Blake Hinson (RIP): 25 points , 7 rebounds , and 4-of-11 from three-point range.
- Yang Hansen (RIP): 19 points and 5 rebounds.
- Tyler Burton (MEM): Led the Hustle with 18 points and 5 rebounds.
- Abou Ousmane (MEM): Provided 16 points off the bench.
Game Progression
The matchup was highly physical from the start, with both teams assessed Flagrant 1 fouls in the opening quarter—Hustle’s Nate Hinton and Remix’s Yang Hansen. The teams ended the first period deadlocked at 29-29.
Rip City gained a slight edge by halftime, leading 59-55 , thanks to a 17-point first half from Hinson. Memphis briefly reclaimed the lead in the third quarter, but trailed 86-85 entering the final frame.
In the fourth, Rip City’s defense intensified, holding Memphis to 45.5 percent shooting while the Remix shot a blistering 57.1 percent. The Remix also excelled at the free-throw line, finishing the game at 92 percent.
Statistical Summary
Memphis dominated the paint, outscoring Rip City 52-36 in the area , but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 27.5 percent of their three-point attempts. Rip City capitalized on the Hustle’s turnovers, as Memphis lost 12 points off 10 total giveaways.
The Remix move to 8-5 on the season, while the Hustle continue to search for consistency with a 1-10 record. Memphis has now lost eight straight, last winning on Dec. 27 in the team’s regular season opener, 117-116, at home against the Valley Suns.
