Basketball Recap: Rank Disadvantage No Problem for Carver High School of Engineering & Science

Carver High School of Engineering & Science posted their closest victory since November 27, 2023 on Thursday. It was close, but they ultimately received the gift of a 46-43 win from a begrudging Carver High School of Engineering & Science squad. The victory was all the more spectacular given their disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania basketball rankings (they are ranked 274th, while Abraham Lincoln is ranked 93rd).

Savannah Hall was her usual excellent self, putting up 22 points. Another player making a difference was Desiray Zepp, who posted 11 points.

Carver High School of Engineering & Science

Previous 3 Games (Home)

12/19/24 vs Abraham Lincoln	46-43
12/18/24 vs Masterman	43-35
12/13/24 vs Science Leadership Academy	47-14

Carver High School of Engineering & Science's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 4-4. As for Abraham Lincoln, their defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 6-3.

Carver High School of Engineering & Science will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Academy at Palumbo at 3:15 p.m. on January 22, 2025. As for Abraham Lincoln, they will be taking part in a tournament against West Philadelphia at 1:30 p.m. on December 27th. Abraham Lincoln's defense has only allowed 23.3 points per game this season, so West Philadelphia's offense will have their work cut out for them.