Winston Salem Christian posted their biggest win since November 19, 2024 on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Combine Academy Global Goats with a sharp 59-37 victory. Given the Lions' advantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 101st, while the Goats are ranked 299th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Combine Academy Global's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of John Stokes III, who posted eight points and nine boards, and Siphelele Ngubane, who went 5 of 11 en route to 12 points. Stokes III is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last six games he's played. Another player making a difference was Simbarashe Bete, who had seven points and five boards.
Lions
| 01/21/25 @ Combine Academy Global | 59-37 |
| 01/20/25 @ Mount Zion Christian Academy | 79-83 |
| 01/18/25 vs Carolina Basketball Academy | 65-70 |
| 01/17/25 vs Combine Academy Elite | 60-54 |
| 01/14/25 vs NC GBB Academy National | 71-65 |
Winston Salem Christian's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 11-5. As for Combine Academy Global, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-9 record this season.
Winston Salem Christian won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Lab University Prep Regional at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Combine Academy Global, they will face off against Quality Education Academy Regional at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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