For the first time this season, Union Pines will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. They will take on the West Johnston Wildcats at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Union Pines has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
Union Pines took a loss when they played away from home on Tuesday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Thursday. They came out on top against Montgomery Central by a score of 75-63. The Vikings haven't had any issues with the Timberwolves recently, as the game was their ninth consecutive victory against them.

Kingsley Donaldson
| 12/04/25 vs Montgomery Central | 68% |
| 12/02/25 @ Westover | 29% |
| 11/29/25 vs Fayetteville Christian | 54% |
| 11/25/25 vs Jack Britt | 40% |
| 11/18/25 @ Jack Britt | 44% |
It was another big night for Kingsley Donaldson, who dropped a double-double with 36 points and 20 rebounds. Thanks to that strong game, he now owns an excellent 50% shooting accuracy. Another player making a difference was Wesley Bailey, who shot 46% from the field en route to 15 points along with six assists and six boards.
Union Pines smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 20 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive boards in six consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, West Johnston beat Midway 63-51 on Thursday.
West Johnston's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Union Pines, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
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