Preview: James Kenan Tigers vs. North Duplin Rebels
James Kenan is on a five-game streak of home losses (dating back to last season), North Duplin a five-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The James Kenan Tigers will take on the North Duplin Rebels at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Last Tuesday, it was a hard-fought matchup, but James Kenan had to settle for a 60-58 loss against Southern Wayne.
Meanwhile, North Duplin was fully in charge on Friday, breezing past Bear Grass Charter 63-35 at home. That 63-35 margin sets a new team best for North Duplin this season.
North Duplin found their leader in underclassman Treshawn Ruffin, who dropped a double-double on 19 points and ten rebounds. Ruffin also scored 15+ points for the first time this season. Another player making a difference was Micah Lesesane, who scored ten points along with nine rebounds.
James Kenan's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for North Duplin, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.
Everything came up roses for James Kenan against North Duplin in their previous matchup back in December of 2022 as the team secured a 76-35 victory. With James Kenan ahead 42-18 at the half, the contest was all but over already.
