Zion-Benton managed to slip by Thornwood the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Zee-Bees came up short against the Thunderbirds on Friday, falling 68-48. The Zee-Bees just can't catch a break and have now endured four losses in a row dating back to last season.
Thornwood found their leader in sophomore Lester Watson, who went 11-for-18 en route to 25 points. Watson is also crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Mekhi Young was another key player, putting up 13 points along with five assists and three steals.
Zion-Benton's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Thornwood, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Looking ahead, Zion-Benton will be playing in front of their home fans against Antioch at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Thornwood, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Riverside-Brookfield at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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