There's no place like home for Ballou, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Saturday. They strolled past the Idea Timberwolves with points to spare on Monday, taking the game 71-55. This was payback for the Knights, who suffered a 62-58 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Ballou's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ryheem Benton, who posted 16 points. Zachary Songu-Mbriwa was another key player, putting up 16 points.
When it comes to explaining why Idea lost, don't look at Kaidyn Lewis. Despite the final result, he went 5 of 8 en route to 15 points and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Sidy Koite, who scored six points.
Ballou's record is now 13-11. As for Idea, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 10-13.
Ballou will square off against Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Ballou is facing Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering at the right time seeing as Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering is stuck on a 17-game losing streak. As for Idea, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Maya Angelou Public Charter at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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