It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but the Manteno Panthers had no problem doing just that on Friday. They strolled past the Wildcats with points to spare, taking the game 48-31. Manteno is really starting to get used to good results now that the team's won 19 straight.
When it comes to explaining why Wilmington lost, one person who can't be blamed is Ryan Nelson. Despite the final result, he scored eight points along with 13 rebounds and four steals. Nelson hasn't dropped below nine rebounds for three straight games.
Manteno pushed their record up to 26-4 with that win, which was their seventh straight at home. As for Wilmington, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 19-10 record this season.
Manteno will face off against Fieldcrest at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Fieldcrest will roll in looking for their 23rd straight victory, something Manteno surely won't give up without a fight. Wilmington does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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