David Lucas, Portland: Two-time reigning IBL scoring leader and 2007 league MVP can fill it up from inside, outside or upside down.
Explosion’s Big Three: Rashaad Powell, Justin Murray and Donald Watts are determined to deliver IBL crown after coming up short in 2007.
Illustrated Man: Bellingham’s Tyler Amaya led Mount Vernon High School to the 2001 Class 3A championship, had 19 points and 14 rebounds in the title game against Rainier Beach, was named tournament MVP and the former Western Washington University standout leads the IBL in tattoos.
Cheap gas: The IBL is above-the-rim or throw it up from downtown hoops on high-octane. Modified rules include eight seconds to bring ball over mid-court, a 22-second shot clock and one timeout per quarter (use it or lose it) just to keep things moving.
Vikings Swing Band: Bellingham’s crisp ball movement is keyed by roster continuity and the fact six played at WWU.
Cozy confines: After playing in the Everett Events Center in 2007, Explosion coach Randy Redwine has enjoyed the smaller Monroe High School venue in 2008: “The fans are closer…we receive a lot of love and care,” Redwine said.
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