While Adrian's win against Northwest wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Maples had just enough and edged out the Mounties 59-56. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Maples have posted since February 4th.
Jaxson Francis was a one-man wrecking crew as he shot 50% from the field to rack up 35 points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Landunn Branch, who posted seven points and five boards.
Northwest's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Dennis Graham, who went 7-for-14 on his way to 17 points and eight rebounds, and Roe-Darrel DeDeaux II, who shot 41% from the field en route to 17 points and six boards. Graham is crushing it when it comes to rebounds: he's pulled down at least eight every time he's taken the court this season.
Maples
| 12/09/25 vs Northwest | 59-56 |
| 12/05/25 @ Madison | 61-52 |
| 12/02/25 vs Bedford | 60-50 |
The win (which was Adrian's third in a row) raised their record to 3-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 60.0 points this season. As for Northwest, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Adrian and Northwest will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Maples are set to face off against their familiar foe Ypsilanti at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Northwest will challenge rival Harper Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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