Basketball Recap: Maize Wins Going Away Against Andover Central

Maize hadn't done well against Andover Central recently (they were 1-7 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Maize Eagles enjoyed a cozy 74-57 win over the Andover Central Jaguars. This was payback for the Eagles, who suffered a 50-44 defeat the last time these two teams met.

Despite the loss, Andover Central still got an impressive performance from Jayden Brown, who went 6 for 12 en route to 17 points and five assists. Another player making a difference was Ethan Balke, who posted nine points.

Maize's victory bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Andover Central, they have also traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-5 record this season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Maize will face off against Salina Central at 7:30 p.m. on February 4th. As for Andover Central, a feisty cat fight is on tap when the Andover Central Jaguars take on the Goddard Lions at 7:30 p.m. on February 4th. Andover Central is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 58.5 points per game this season.