On Thursday, String Theory came up short against Simon Gratz and fell 64-54. While losing is never fun, String Theory can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania basketball rankings (they are ranked 455th, while Simon Gratz is ranked 221st).
String Theory's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Justus Robertson, who scored 22 points. That was a full 40.7% of String Theory's points, marking the third time in a row he's earned more than a third of the team's points. Another player making a difference was Dawud Jones, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and ten rebounds.
Simon Gratz's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jabrelle Dennison, who scored 20 points. Sihaaj Johnson was another key contributor, scoring 18 points.
String Theory has been struggling recently, as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season. As for Simon Gratz, the victory makes it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. String Theory will take on Central at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Central is hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses. As for Simon Gratz, they will look to defend their home court on Monday against Mastery Charter North - Pickett at 1:00 p.m. Mastery Charter North - Pickett is coming into the game on a three-game losing streak.
