Florida School for the Deaf & Blind was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They took a blow against the Interlachen Rams, falling 65-31. While losing is never fun, the Dragons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida basketball rankings (they are ranked 735th, while the Rams are ranked 269th).
Interlachen's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kemontae Nixon, who dropped a double-double on 16 points and 14 boards. What's more, Nixon also racked up two assists, the most he's had since back in January. Dante Astin was another key player, putting up 12 points along with eight rebounds and five steals.
Florida School for the Deaf & Blind's record now sits at 1-8. As for Interlachen, their win bumped their record up to 7-3.
Florida School for the Deaf & Blind won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Middleburg at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Interlachen, they will head out to take on KIPP Bold City at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in KIPP Bold City's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last three matchups.
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