Basketball Recap: Dynamic Duo of Lucas Forker and Trevor James Lead New Buffalo to Victory
By Team Reports
Feb 23, 2025, 4:17pm
Basketball Recap: New Buffalo Bison vs. River Valley Mustangs

Bison
01/24/25 @ Covert | 80 |
02/14/25 @ Countryside Academy | 46 |
01/17/25 vs Countryside Academy | 44 |
11/26/24 vs Bangor | 37 |
12/13/24 vs Howardsville Christian | 33 |
New Buffalo's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. Everything went their way against the River Valley Mustangs as the New Buffalo Bison made off with a 67-47 victory. The Bison have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine games by 20 points or more this season.
Leading New Buffalo to victory were Trevor James and Lucas Forker. James went 5-for-12 en route to 19 points and five rebounds, while Forker dropped a double-double with 18 points and 17 boards. What's more, James also posted a 60% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in November of 2024. James Shaw was another key player, putting up nine points.
New Buffalo smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 22 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in five consecutive matches.
New Buffalo is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-8 record this season. River Valley has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-10 record this season.
New Buffalo will challenge Tournament Opponent at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for River Valley, they will take on Countryside Academy in a tournament on Monday. River Valley is facing Countryside Academy at the right time seeing as Countryside Academy is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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