Rease Murtaugh Game Report: vs Bellevue East

On Friday, Papillion-LaVista had to settle for second even though Rease Murtaugh put up the best numbers she has all season. Murtaugh posted 33 points and six assists. The effort marked the most assists she has had since back in January of 2024. She is becoming a predictor of Papillion-LaVista's success: when she posts at least 25 points the team is 6-3 (and 2-6 when she doesn't).

Murtaugh's next contest is against Lincoln Southeast on Tuesday, where she'll look to repeat that solid performance. The Monarchs had to take a loss when they last met the Knights, but Murtaugh had little to do with the loss: she earned 18 points. Can she match (or beat) that performance? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.