Fox Creek and Loris squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but Fox Creek had to settle for second. They took a 57-52 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Loris Lions. The Predators were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lions apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2022.
Kobe Sims
| 02/24/25 @ Loris | 19 |
| 02/20/25 vs Orangeburg-Wilkinson | 22 |
| 02/18/25 vs Hanahan | 19 |
Despite the defeat, Fox Creek had strong showings from Brelan Baskett, who dropped a double-double with 19 points and ten boards, and Kobe Sims, who posted 19 points and four steals. Sims' big performance that evening made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least 19 points. Justin Vining was another key player, putting up six points in addition to ten assists and six rebounds.
Even though they lost, Fox Creek smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in five consecutive contests.
Jacobien Lewis had an outrageously good game for Loris as he to rack up 19 points along with eight boards and four steals. Another player making a difference was Jamarius Wilson, who dropped a double-double with ten points and 13 rebounds.
Fox Creek's loss dropped their record down to 19-11. As for Loris, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 16 of their last 17 matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 18-7 record this season.
Fox Creek does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Loris, they will face off against Keenan at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams are coming into the game red-hot, with Keenan sitting on 12 straight wins and Loris on ten.
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