Basketball Recap: Preston Liston Key Part of a Team Effort in Trojans Win

After losing to Pope the last time they met, Lassiter decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Lassiter Trojans skirted past the Pope Greyhounds 39-36. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Trojans have posted since December 3, 2024.

Lassiter's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Preston Liston, who posted ten points. Another player making a difference was Braeden Lucas, who earned 11 points.

The win snapped Lassiter's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 11-9 record. As for Pope, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-10.

Lassiter will be playing at home against Creekview at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. One thing working in Creekview's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five matchups. As for Pope, they are taking a road trip to face off against Sprayberry at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Pope is facing Sprayberry at the right time seeing as Sprayberry is stuck on a three-game losing streak.