The Tecumseh Braves were not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They were the victim of a tough 79-53 loss at the hands of Mt. Vernon. While losing is never fun, Tecumseh can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Indiana basketball rankings (they are ranked 377th, while Mt. Vernon is ranked 186th).
Nicot Burnett was his usual excellent self, going 9 for 13 from beyond the arc en route to 29 points and 0 assists for Mt. Vernon. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Burnett has scored all season. Jackson Clowers was another key contributor, scoring 14 points along with six rebounds and four steals.
Tecumseh's defeat dropped their record down to 5-16. As for Mt. Vernon, they now have a winning record of 12-11.
Tecumseh will head out on the road to challenge Princeton at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mt. Vernon, they will be playing in front of their home fans against South Spencer at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Mt. Vernon's favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last three games.
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