Marion-Franklin had lost seven straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 3-15 to make it eight. They were beaten by the Independence 76ers 88-58. The game was a close 36-34 at the break, but unfortunately for the Red Devils it sure didn't stay that way.
As for Independence, their win bumped their record up to 7-14. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Abdoulaye Ndongo produced another solid performance dropping a double-double with 30 points and 24 rebounds. He has become a key player for Independence: the team is undefeated when he posts at least 20 points, but 3-14 otherwise. Tavian Washington was another key player, putting up ten points and eight boards.
Marion-Franklin and Independence could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Ohio Rankings. The Red Devils (ranked 736th) will meet Africentric Early College (ranked 116th) at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Independence will face off against Walnut Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday with a big rank disadvantage (620 vs. 249).
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