In Friday's league match, the visiting Searcy Lions basketball team scored a decisive 78-49 triumph over the Paragould Rams.

In their next game, the Lions meet the West Memphis Blue Devils (West Memphis, AR) in a 5A East match, on Tuesday, February 6. Searcy will attempt to move on its 11-12 season record. The Blue Devils enter the match with a 11-13 record after their 56-42 league loss to Marion (Marion, AR).

With the defeat, Paragould moves to 10-14 on the year. The Rams travel to Valley View (Jonesboro, AR) to meet the Blazers in a 5A East match on Tuesday, February 6. The Blazers enter the match with a record of 15-8. Valley View won 66-36 in their recent league match against Batesville (Batesville, AR)