Recap: Wewoka Tigers vs. Howe Lions
Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, the Wewoka Tigers couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They were beaten by the Lions 67-37 on Thursday. Wewoka was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-14.
Despite the loss, Wewoka still got an impressive performance from Timber Carter, who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 11 rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Awtumn Sipes-Louie, who scored eight points along with three steals.
Wewoka struggled to work together and finished the game with only two assists. That's the fewest assists they've managed all season.
Howe found their leader in underclassman Slatey jo Free, who scored 19 points along with five rebounds and four steals. Free is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed four or more in the last six games she's played. Breanna Wann was another key contributor, scoring 14 points.
Wewoka's defeat dropped their record down to 19-8. As for Howe, they have been performing well recently as they've won 11 of their last 13 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 24-5 record this season.
Wewoka does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Howe, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Warner. Hopefully Howe focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 15 on Thursday.
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