The Johnston Dragons topped the host Waukee Warriors basketball team by a final score of 72-54 in Thursday's league game.

In their next game, the Dragons face the Southeast Polk Rams (Pleasant Hill, IA) in a Central Iowa Metro - Central game, on Tuesday, January 2. Johnston will attempt to move on its 11-0 season record. The Rams enter the game with a 7-4 record after their 78-42 non-league win over Martensdale-St. Mary's (Martensdale, IA).

With the defeat, Waukee moves to 7-2 on the year. The Warriors host Valley (Elgin, IA) to face the Tigers in a non-league game on Friday, January 5. The Tigers enter the game with a record of 3-2.