Published Jul 27, 2001
Hopkins, Wright Sizzle In Victory
Mike Sullivan
Publisher
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA -- Bryan Hopkins says he has nothing to prove. He just wants to help his team win here at the Showcase inside the Wide World of Sports complex on the Disney grounds.
Well, Hopkins may not feel he has something to prove but he sure has convinced a lot of onlookers he is one of the best players in the country.
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Hopkins scored 20 of his game high 32 points in the fourth quarter to lead Team Texas back from possible elimination. His three-pointer as regulation was ending helped send the game into overtime.
Team Texas then handled a tough All Ohio squad in the four minute overtime and won, 99-85, to advance to the quarterfinal round.
"I just play and try to help my team win," Hopkins said. "I don't feel I have to prove anything about being among the best point guards. I am just trying as hard as I can out there."
Team Texas erased a double digit deficit late due to Hopkins' play. He also got help from Bracey Wright, who lit up All Ohio for 27 points. Wright continued to stroke the ball nicely from the perimeter.
Team Texas will now face the New Jersey Demons in a quarterfinal matchup this afternoon. We will have results later.