The Lawrence Free State Firebirds were the 55-53 winner over the Olathe Northwest Ravens when they last played one another back in January of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. Lawrence Free State took a 58-50 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Ravens on Tuesday. While losing is never fun, Lawrence Free State can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Kansas basketball rankings (they are ranked 152nd, while the Ravens are ranked 39th).
Olathe Northwest's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jj Lee, who dropped a double-double on 19 points and 13 rebounds. Another player making a difference was Gavin Popik, who scored 19 points.
Lawrence Free State has traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last nine matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season. As for Olathe Northwest, the win makes it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-5.
Lawrence Free State will be playing at home against the Owls at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Olathe West is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Olathe Northwest, they will challenge the Falcons at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Olathe South is coming into the contest hot, having won their last three games.
