Murphy had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They breezed by the Calera Eagles to the tune of 74-43 on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Panthers have posted since December 29, 2023.
Murphy was led to victory by Cordairus Dixon and Jayden Mangram. Dixon went 7 for 11 from beyond the arc en route to 25 points plus five steals, while Mangram went 8 for 15 en route to 21 points plus eight rebounds and five steals. Mangram is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed three or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Altrez Spelton, who posted four points along with six steals.
Murphy was working as a unit and finished the game with 13 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in December of 2023.
Calera's defeat was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-2.
Murphy will welcome Spanish Fort at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Calera has already played their next match, a 48-46 loss against Pleasant Grove on the 11th.
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