Basketball Recap: Durham Academy Skates Past Cristo Rey Research Triangle with Ease

Durham Academy's game last Saturday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Cristo Rey Research Triangle Bulls 82-11. That 71 point margin sets a new team best for the Cavaliers this season.

Durham Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jacob Bullock, who went 5 for 6 on his way to 11 points. Those 11 points gave Bullock a new career-high. PJ Jeffries was another key player, putting up five points along with six assists and five steals.

Durham Academy pushed their record up to 5-3 with the win, which was their third straight at home. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 81.0 points per game. As for Cristo Rey Research Triangle, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-5.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Durham Academy will welcome Trinity of Durham and Chapel Hill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Cristo Rey Research Triangle, they will host The Burlington School at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.