Basketball Recap: Malachi Moore Key Part of a Team Effort in Panthers Win

After losing to Bear Grass Charter the last time they met, Northside - Pinetown decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. Everything went the Northside - Pinetown Panthers' way against the Bear Grass Charter Bears on Friday as the Northside - Pinetown Panthers made off with a 72-51 victory. The Panthers have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven contests by 21 points or more this season.

Northside - Pinetown's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Malachi Moore, who went 8 of 14 on his way to 19 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Max Vansant, who posted 14 points and six rebounds.

Panthers

Previous 2 Games

01/03/25 @ Bear Grass Charter	72-51
12/30/24 vs Lawrence Academy	84-70

Northside - Pinetown smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in 19 consecutive matchups dating back to last season.

Northside - Pinetown's victory bumped their record up to 8-2. As for Bear Grass Charter, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Northside - Pinetown will take on Northeast Academy For Aerospace and Advanced Tech at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in Northside - Pinetown's favor as the squad sits on three straight wins at home while Northeast Academy For Aerospace and Advanced Tech has been banged up by eight consecutive losses on the road. As for Bear Grass Charter, they will challenge North Duplin at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday.