Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush hadn't done well against Mariana Bracetti Academy recently (they were 0-7 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush KNIGHTS narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past Mariana Bracetti Academy 42-39. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the KNIGHTS have posted since December 10, 2024.
Despite the loss, Mariana Bracetti Academy still got an impressive performance from Jahir Butler-Banks, who went 6 of 12 en route to 18 points. Another player making a difference was Izeem Whitaker, who posted seven points.
Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 7-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 52.5 points per game. As for Mariana Bracetti Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-9 record this season.
Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush will take on Franklin Learning Center at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mariana Bracetti Academy, they will welcome Parkway Northwest at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Parkway Northwest is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 57.4 points per game this season.
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