Lincoln lost against Independence back in February of 2023 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Lincoln Lions fell 65-58 to the Independence 76ers. The Lions have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
| 01/17/25 vs Independence | 26 |
| 01/15/25 vs Piedmont Hills | 19 |
| 01/08/25 @ Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit | 18 |
When it comes to explaining why Lincoln lost, don't look at Joseph Shelton. Despite the final result, he posted 26 points and five rebounds. Shelton's evening made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaden Peters, who had eight points and six boards.
Lincoln's defeat dropped their record down to 9-7. As for Independence, their win ended an 11-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 9-6.
Lincoln will venture away from home to square off against Silver Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Silver Creek knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past eight contests -- so hopefully Lincoln likes a good challenge. As for Independence, they will be playing at home against Leland at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Independence has won three straight at home, while Leland won five straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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