JW North extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 13 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-12. They were outmatched by the Norte Vista Braves and fell 99-45. The Huskies were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 55-21.
As for Norte Vista, the victory got them back to even at 6-6. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Norte Vista was led to victory by Hugo Morales and Marquise Johnson. Morales shot 74% from the field on his way to 40 points along with eight rebounds and seven steals, while Johnson dropped a double-double with 28 points and 14 assists. That makes it five consecutive games in which Morales has scored at least a third of the Braves' points. The team also got some help courtesy of Matthew Olivas, who went 7-for-15 to rack up 19 points and three steals.
Looking ahead, JW North will take on Lawndale in a tournament on Monday. The Huskies will need to watch out since the Cardinals have now posted at least 55 points in their last seven contests. Norte Vista and Victory Christian Academy will round out the year against one another at 12:40 p.m. on Friday.
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