Independence typically has all the answers at home, but on Monday Capitol proved too difficult a challenge. They escaped with a win against the Tigers by the margin of a single free throw, 70-69. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Lions have posted since December 23, 2025.
Despite the loss, Independence had strong showings from Jayden Anderson, who dropped a double-double with 24 points and 15 boards, and Haymann Milton, who posted 23 points. Milton's big performance that evening made it four games in a row in which he has scored at least 18 points. Jemarcus Weatherspoon was another key player, putting up eight points.
Capitol has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a massive bump to their 16-15 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 60.5 points over those games. As for Independence, they moved to 26-7 with that defeat, which also ended their three-game winning streak.
Capitol does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Independence, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Prairieville at 7:00 p.m.
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