Rockets Open Season with 103–87 Home Win in BCB Trophy

The Aldermore Reading Rockets tipped off their 2025/26 campaign in style, defeating Worthing Thunder 103–87 in their first home game of the newly named BCB League and BCB Trophy.

In front of almost 350 fans at a loud Loddon Valley, the Rockets showcased a balanced and high-energy performance.

Top Performers:

• Victor Olaerin led the way with 36 points on 15/22 shooting, adding 4 assists and 4 steals.
• Malik Bryant impressed with 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists.
• Lewis Champion provided key scoring off the bench with 14 points, while Jax Bouknight added 13 points and 4 assists.

As a team, Reading shot an efficient 59% from the field, including 51% from three-point range (15/29). The Rockets also dished out 25 assists and forced 16 turnovers, showing their depth and defensive intensity.

Worthing’s E. Maynard matched Olaerin with 36 points, but it wasn’t enough to slow the Rockets’ offensive flow.

Head Coach Samit Nuruzade praised the collective effort:

“The guys played with energy and shared the ball well. To have four players in double figures on opening day is a great sign for us moving forward.”

The Rockets now prepare for a double-header weekend:

• Saturday 27th September – away against the Essex Rebels
• Sunday 28th September – home at Loddon Valley vs the London Cavaliers in the BCB Trophy

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