Basketball Recap: Central Takes a Loss

Central has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 29.11 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Saturday. They might have been a little too into the holiday spirit, gifting the Murphy Panthers an easy 56-34 victory. The Falcons just can't catch a break and have now endured three losses in a row.

When it comes to explaining why Central lost, don't look at Airre'Ale Norfleet. Despite the final result, she went 6 of 9 on her way to 15 points.

Central's defeat dropped their record down to 11-8. As for Murphy, the win got them back to even at 8-8.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. After both having extra time off, Central and Greensboro will dust off their jerseys to challenge one another at 6:00 p.m. on January 3, 2025. Central is facing Greensboro at the right time seeing as Greensboro is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Murphy, a feisty cat fight will be fought when the Murphy Panthers challenge the Theodore Bobcats at 6:00 p.m. on January 3, 2025.