Wheaton won the last time they faced Exeter and Brody Bateman did his part to make sure it happened again. The Bulldogs blew past the Tigers 79-58 on Tuesday thanks in part to Bateman, who almost dropped a double-double with 26 points and nine boards. He has been hot, having also posted two or more steals the last six times he's played.
Amos Thawngzathang
| 01/15/26 @ Jefferson Independent Day | 18 |
| 02/10/26 @ Verona | 16 |
| 02/17/26 @ Exeter | 15 |
| 02/12/26 vs Golden City | 13 |
| 01/16/26 vs Northeast Vernon County | 13 |
| + 19 more games |
Amos Thawngzathang was another key player, shooting 46% from the field on his way to 15 points and seven rebounds. Wheaton is undefeated when Thawngzathang posts 15 or more points, but 9-13 otherwise.
Wheaton's victory bumped their record up to 12-13. As for Exeter, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-14.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wheaton will head out to face off against Galena at 7:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Exeter, they will venture away from home to challenge Northeast Vernon County at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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