Shakopee was the 77-70 winner over Lakeville South when they last played one another back in January of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Sabers took a 61-49 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Cougars on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Sabers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Minnesota basketball rankings (they are ranked 123rd, while the Cougars are ranked eighth).
Shakopee has also been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That lines up perfectly with their 4-12 record this season. That patch can't be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 68.8 points over those games. As for Lakeville South, their win bumped their record up to 14-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shakopee will host Eagan at 1:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Lakeville South, they will look to defend their home court on Wednesday against Prior Lake at 1:00 p.m. The Cougars will need to watch out since the Lakers have now posted at least 55 points in their last 11 games.
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