The Express just fell short losing a tough, 106-105 contest to the Lightning yesterday afternoon at Budweiser Gardens.
London now leads that Central Division final 2-0.
Shaquille Keith tossed in 26 points, Tony Bennett added 21, and Darren Duncan had 20 points for the Express.
Juan Pattillo helped out by grabbing 12 rebounds.
Garrett Williamson of the Lightning lead all players with 32 points.
The Express will host the Lightning at the Atlas Tube Centre Thursday at 7pm for game three.