Lafayette won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Tuesday. They were outmatched by the Fort White Indians and fell 72-32. The defeat continues a trend for the Hornets in their matchups with the Indians: they've now lost three in a row.
| 01/28/25 @ Fort White | 2 |
| 01/17/25 @ Bell | 6 |
| 01/16/25 vs Jefferson County | 2 |
When it comes to explaining why Lafayette lost, don't look at Jordan Murphy. Despite the final result, he posted ten points. Murphy has been hot recently, having also posted two or more steals the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Jadarius McQuay, who had three points and ten boards.
Fort White was led to victory by Jayden Jackspn and Tafari Moe. Jackspn went 12 of 29 en route to 29 points along with six rebounds and five steals, while Moe almost dropped a double-double on 22 points and nine boards. Those 29 points gave Jackspn a new career-high. Kendal Henry was another key player, putting up eight points in addition to 12 rebounds and four blocks.
Lafayette's loss dropped their record down to 9-9. As for Fort White, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 9-9.
Lafayette will be playing at home against Hamilton County at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fort White, they will host Bronson at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday. Bronson has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
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