WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Capital City Go-Go (1-0) defeated the Grand Rapids Drive (1-1) 109-98 in their home season opener at the Entertainment and Sports Arena.

The Go-Go held a comfortable lead throughout most of the contest, stretching their advantage to as much as 21 through the midway point of the third quarter. Jalen Jones led Capital City’s offense in his first game with the team, going 10-14 from the field for 30 points, including a rim-rocking dunk that resulted in a 22-minute delay in the third quarter.

Grand Rapids chipped away at the margin in the fourth quarter, cutting the game to as close as 91-88 with 6:07 remaining in the game. The Go-Go held the Drive scoreless for the next 2:40 minutes and were able to convert two free throw trips under the new NBA G League one free throw rule, as well as a Justin Robinson three to give them a 98-91 edge. Capital City iced the game when Jones banked in a three from the right wing to give them an 11-point advantage with 50 seconds remaining in the game.

Washington Wizards assignment and two-way players were key in the win, with Chris Chiozza scoring 20 points with seven rebounds and five assists, Justin Robinson chipping in 16 points and six assists, and Admiral Schofield tallying his first career double-double with 20 points and 12 rebounds. The Go-Go shot 52.1 percent from the field as a team, knocking down 15 threes in the process.

The Drive were led by Craig Sword, who had 21 points and four rebounds on the night. Jordan Bone (19), Pistons assignee Sekou Doumbouya (18) and Louis King (12) all scored in double-figures in the game.

Capital City will embark on its first road trip of the season next Wednesday, as they travel to take on the Wisconsin Herd. Grand Rapids, on the second night of a back-to-back to begin the season, will enjoy a few days off before taking on the Charge in Canton next Wednesday.