Knowledge Academies was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took a blow against the Smyrna Bulldogs, falling 51-18. Knowledge Academies lost against Smyrna in their previous head to head back in February of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 60-50 score last time.

Nessiah Griffin-Washington
02/06/25 @ Smyrna | 4 |
01/31/25 vs Merrol Hyde Magnet | 3 |
01/27/25 @ Merrol Hyde Magnet | 3 |
01/24/25 @ East Robertson | 2 |
01/21/25 vs Stem Preparatory Academy | 3 |
01/17/25 @ Jo Byrns | 2 |
Despite the loss, Knowledge Academies had strong showings from Nessiah Griffin-Washington, who posted two points along with five rebounds and four steals, and Marytxell Cruz Hernandez, who scored two points and six boards. Griffin-Washington is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last six games she's played.
Knowledge Academies' defeat dropped their record down to 1-12. As for Smyrna, with the win, they broke their 12-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Knowledge Academies won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Jo Byrns at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Smyrna, they will also get right back to it: they'll face off against Wilson Central at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Smyrna is facing Wilson Central at the right time seeing as Wilson Central is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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