Basketball Recap: Ron Brown Comes Up Short in High-Profile Matchup with Thurgood Marshall Academy

Ron Brown faced Thurgood Marshall Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Tuesday. The Monarchs fell 61-50 to the Warriors.

Despite the loss, Ron Brown saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Praise Nwafor posted 12 points and five steals. Derrick Harley was another key player, putting up eight points.

Ron Brown's defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 8-2. As for Thurgood Marshall Academy, they pushed their record up to 7-1 with the win, which was their third straight at home.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ron Brown won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Roosevelt at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Monarchs will be up against the Roughriders' rather soft defense (which has allowed 51.38 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. Thurgood Marshall Academy will take on Cardozo in a holiday battle at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.