Lawrence Central had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. It was close, but they ultimately received the gift of a 60-57 victory from a begrudging Bears squad. For they, this counts as revenge for the 62-49 win the Tigers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in December of 2023.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Lawrence Central to victory, but perhaps none more so than Terry Walker, who posted 13 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Albert Gooden Iii, who went 5 of 9 on his way to 12 points.
Indianapolis Crispus Attucks' loss on Tuesday came despite strong showings from Chris Hurt and Ronisone Thomas. Hurt went 6 for 15 on his way to 16 points in addition to five assists and three steals, while Thomas put up 13 points and eight boards. Hurt has been hot, having posted two or more steals the last eight times he's played. Kayden English was another key player, putting up ten points.
Bears
| 12/17/24 @ Indianapolis Crispus Attucks | 60-57 |
| 12/13/24 @ Zionsville | 60-77 |
| 12/11/24 @ Lawrence North | 45-75 |
| 12/06/24 @ Carmel | 39-63 |
| 12/03/24 vs Franklin Central | 60-44 |
Lawrence Central's victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-4. As for Indianapolis Crispus Attucks, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-3 record this season.
Lawrence Central wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 78-74 win against Pike on the 20th. As for Indianapolis Crispus Attucks, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 62-56 defeat against Jeffersonville on the 21st.
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