Benjamin Franklin Falcons (New Orleans, LA) supporters exited the stadium thrilled Tuesday as they saw their basketball team get by the host Willow Lions (New Orleans, LA), 40-39 in a non-league battle.

The Falcons now possess a 4-15 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Carver Collegiate Academy for a 4A District 11 battle on Thursday, January 11. Benjamin Franklin will confront a Rams team coming off a 69-56 non-league win over Scotlandville (Baton Rouge, LA). The Rams record now stands at 11-7.

The Lions (9-9) will now prepare for their battle against New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy (New Orleans, LA). The Bulldogs come into the non-league battle with a 0-7 record.