Omari Johnson Named to D-League All-Star 3-Point Contest

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    The NBA Development League today announced that Omari Johnson will be headed to Toronto to compete in the NBA D-League Three-Point Contest, to be held prior to the NBA D-League All-Star Game presented by Kumho Tire this Saturday, Feb. 13. at 1:30 p.m. ET.

    Johnson leads the D-League in made three-pointers (94) and attempted three's (231), shooting at a 40.7% clip from beyond the arc. As a team, the Red Claws are second in the league in both categories. On the season, Johnson is averaging 15.2 points and 6.4 rebounds in 30 games (all starts).

    The Three-Point Contest will be before the D-League All-Star Game presented by Kumho Tire, which is slated for 2 p.m. EST this Saturday. Other contestants in the Three-Point Contest are: Jimmer Fredette (Westchester), Reggie Hearn (Reno), Andre Ingram (Los Angeles), Nick Minnerath (Canton) and Scott Suggs (Raptors 905).

    The Red Claws return to action on Feb. 17 at Erie. Maine's next home game is Feb. 25. Tickets are on sale now by calling 207-210-6655 or visiting www.MaineRedClaws.com.

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