Riders, Eagles roll on, while Sharks, Phoenix rise

The top two in the BBL Championship maintained their title bids on Sunday, while Sheffield Sharks and Cheshire Phoenix also picked up victories.

Leicester Riders defeated Plymouth University Raiders 92-68 behind Drew Sullivan’s 20 points to remain top, while Esh Group Eagles Newcastle eased past Manchester Giants 115-81 on the road with Charles Smith leading the way with 23 points.

Meanwhile, Sheffield led from start to finish as they claimed the head-to-head against Glasgow Rocks with Antone Robinson netting 20 points in the 83-68 win away from home.

Also, Cheshire Phoenix moved into sixth place after a strong second half display saw them overcome the challenge of Surrey Scorchers with a 104-74 triumph.

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