In Thursday's non-league match, the host Payne Tech Lions basketball team scored a decisive 60-31 triumph over the East Side Red Raiders.

In their next game, the Lions meet the Kearny Kardinals (Kearny, NJ) in a non-league match, on Friday, February 2. Payne Tech will attempt to better on its 12-6 season record. The Kardinals enter the match with a 9-10 record after their 58-55 league win over St. Dominic Academy (Jersey City, NJ).

With the defeat, East Side moves to 7-12 on the year. The Red raiders host Orange (Orange, NJ) to meet the Tornadoes in a non-league match on Friday, February 2. The Tornadoes enter the match with a record of 4-15.