The Ballou Knights scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Monday. They breezed by Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering at home to the tune of 65-35. Ballou might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won five contests by 23 points or more this season.
It was another big night for Samaud Benton-McDonald, who scored 15 points. The game was his 12th in a row with at least ten points. Zachary Songu-Mbriwa was another key contributor, scoring 11 points.
Ballou's win bumped their record up to 7-8. As for Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ballou will take on McKinley Tech at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. McKinley Tech has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 201 points over their last three matchups. As for Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering, they will be playing in front of their home fans against School Without Walls at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in District of Columbia (School Without Walls is ranked 14th, while Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering is ranked 25th).
