Millennium extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-4. They took a hard 44-25 fall against Millers Creek Christian. Millennium was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Millers Creek Christian apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February.
Several Lions players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Dustin Ward, who posted 12 points and six steals. That was a full 48% of Millennium's points, marking the fourth time in a row Ward has put up more than a third of the team's points. Keilan Bryant also deserves some recognition as he posted his first assist of the season.
As for Millers Creek Christian, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 3-1. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 26.7 points on average over those games.
Millers Creek Christian found their leader in sophomore Elijah McClain, who went 9-for-14 en route to 24 points and three steals. Those 24 points set a new season-high mark for McClain. The team also got some help courtesy of Julian Houpe, who scored eight points and 17 rebounds.
Millennium and Millers Creek Christian will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Lions see the court they'll take on Revolution Academy at 7:00 p.m. on December 4. As for Millers Creek Christian, their break will end when they face Statesville Christian at 6:00 p.m. on December 11.
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