Summit came into Saturday's game having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They walked away with a 53-43 win over the Roselle Rams on Saturday. This was payback for the Hilltoppers, who suffered a 61-53 loss the last time these two teams met.
When it comes to explaining why Roselle lost, don't look at Zaire Hopson. Despite the final result, he posted 22 points along with six assists and four steals. Hopson has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last four times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jodarsen Pierre, who earned 12 points.
Hilltoppers
| 01/11/25 @ Roselle | 53-43 |
| 01/09/25 @ Rahway | 33-36 |
| 12/29/24 vs Oratory Prep | 35-46 |
| 12/28/24 vs Watchung Hills Regional | 42-59 |
| 12/27/24 vs Governor Livingston | 59-50 |
Summit's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-5. As for Roselle, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-4.
Summit has already played their next contest (against Hillside), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing. Roselle wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 71-49 win against Governor Livingston on the 14th.
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