East Lincoln had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They strolled past the Ashbrook Greenwave with points to spare on Tuesday, taking the game 63-49. This was payback for the Mustangs, who suffered an 85-83 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Christian Atkins
| 12/02/25 @ Ashbrook | 83% |
| 02/28/25 @ Dudley | 33% |
| 02/25/25 @ Hickory | 33% |
| 02/21/25 vs North Lincoln | 43% |
| 02/18/25 @ Hickory | 38% |
| + 14 more games |
East Lincoln's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Christian Atkins led the charge by shooting 83% from the field to rack up 22 points. The last time Atkins' shooting accuracy was this high was back in January. Grant Lawless was another key player, going 8-for-10 en route to 16 points and seven boards.
East Lincoln was working as a unit and finished the game with 24 assists. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Ashbrook only posted five.
When it comes to explaining why Ashbrook lost, don't look at Ayron Jackson. Despite the final result, he shot 64% from the field on his way to 18 points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals. Jackson is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayden Armstrong, who posted 12 points.
Ashbrook's loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. East Lincoln will be defending their home court for the first time this season when they go up against Lincolnton at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Ashbrook, they will host North Lincoln at 8:00 p.m. on Friday. The Greenwave will need to watch out since the Knights have now posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season.
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