Research Triangle is on a four-game streak of home losses, and Triangle Math & Science Academy a three-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Tuesday. The Research Triangle Raptors will be playing at home against the Triangle Math & Science Academy Tigers at 7:30 p.m. Research Triangle has given up an average of 63.7 points per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Friday, Research Triangle took a blow against Franklin Academy, falling 81-34. While losing is never fun, the Raptors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 579th, while the Patriots are ranked 224th).
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Sam Griffith, who posted eight points and seven boards. Another player making a difference was Shrey Shah, who earned 13 points.
Meanwhile, Triangle Math & Science Academy came into Friday's contest having lost six straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against Raleigh Charter by a score of 48-35 on Friday.
Triangle Math & Science Academy's win came from a few key players that Research Triangle will need to keep an eye on. One of the most notable was Ayyoub Baianonie, who dropped a double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds. He also posted three blocks, which is notable because Triangle Math & Science Academy is undefeated when he posts at least three blocks, but 2-10 otherwise. Jailen Hawkins was another key player, putting up 12 points along with seven boards and three steals.
Triangle Math & Science Academy's win bumped their record up to 7-10. As for Research Triangle, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-11.
Research Triangle came up short against Triangle Math & Science Academy when the teams last played back in December of 2025, falling 51-47. Will the Raptors have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
