Basketball Recap: James Harris' Big Game Can't Quite Lead Cleveland over Clayton

Cleveland has been a dominant force so far, but they're in the middle of a mini-slump at the moment. They took a 62-53 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Clayton Comets on Wednesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Rams of the 74-59 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February of 2024.

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02/04/25 @ Willow Spring	2
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Cleveland's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was James Harris, who posted 15 points. Harris is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Chris Tsolenyanu, who had 13 points and five boards.

Clayton's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Khaleil Walters, who dropped a double-double with 20 points and ten rebounds. Justice Mitchell was another key player, going 6 for 11 on his way to 14 points.

Cleveland's loss dropped their record down to 15-5. As for Clayton, their victory bumped their record up to 11-8.

Cleveland wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 64-59 win against Garner on the 7th. As for Clayton, they have also already played their next contest, a 90-55 victory against Fuquay - Varina on the 7th.