The New Designs Watts Knights will head out on the road to square off against the WISH Academy Owls on Thursday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Having struggled with nine losses in a row dating back to last season, New Designs Watts turned things around against Burton on Tuesday. They claimed a resounding 76-17 victory over the Scorpions. The Knights' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
| 12/07/23 vs Burton | 33 |
| 01/14/25 vs Burton | 28 |
| 12/14/23 @ Animo Pat Brown | 24 |
| 11/30/23 @ WISH Academy | 24 |
| 11/20/24 @ Peninsula | 5 |
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead New Designs Watts to victory, but perhaps none more so than Martavius Watson, who went 12 for 15 on his way to 28 points. That's the most points Watson has posted since back in December of 2023. The team also got some help courtesy of Magic Haynes, who posted 20 points and four blocks.
Meanwhile, WISH Academy blew past Burton, posting a 90-12 win. That 78 point margin sets a new team best for the Owls this season.
WISH Academy's victory was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-3. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 59.8 points per game. As for New Designs Watts, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-8.
New Designs Watts was taken down by WISH Academy 84-43 when the teams last played back in January of 2024. Thankfully for New Designs Watts, Chemar Burke (who dropped a double-double on 16 points and 14 boards) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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