The Lincoln East Spartans had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They claimed a resounding 70-33 victory over Buena Vista on the road. Given Lincoln East's advantage in MaxPreps' Nebraska basketball rankings (they are ranked 105th, while Buena Vista is ranked 236th), the result on Saturday wasn't entirely unexpected.
It was another big night for Keatyn Musiel, who scored 18 points along with eight rebounds and two steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points she has scored all season. Another player making a difference was Brookelyn Rasmussen, who scored 15 points.
Buena Vista's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Zaria Townsend, who scored ten points along with eight rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Desirae Roby, who scored six points along with two steals.
Lincoln East's victory bumped their record up to 9-12. As for Buena Vista, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-16.
Lincoln East will be playing in front of their home fans against Burke at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday. Hopefully Burke focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 15 on Tuesday. As for Buena Vista, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Schuyler at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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