DMLK was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They took a blow against the Lincoln Lancers, falling 97-61. While losing is never fun, the Panthers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Colorado basketball rankings (they are ranked 316th, while the Lancers are ranked 136th).

DaQuan Sutton
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DaQuan Sutton and Devin Sutton certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. DaQuan went 8-for-15 on his way to 24 points, while Devin shot 62% from the field to rack up 16 points. DaQuan is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last three games he's played.
DMLK's defeat dropped their record down to 2-13. As for Lincoln, the win (which was their seventh in a row) raised their record to 10-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. DMLK will challenge DSST: Cedar at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Panthers will be up against the Falcons' rather soft defense (which has allowed 60.36 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Lincoln, they will head out to square off against DSST: Conservatory Green at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lancers will need to watch out since the Hornets have now posted at least 55 points in their last seven contests.
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