The Lee Central Stallions just played yesterday, but they'll still head out to face the McBee Panthers at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Lee Central saw some tournament action on Thursday. They secured a 60-56 W over Hartsville.
| 12/26/24 vs Hartsville | 21 |
| 01/26/24 vs Mullins | 19 |
| 11/28/23 @ Lamar | 12 |
| 12/28/23 vs New Hope Leadership Academy | 12 |
| 01/13/24 @ Socastee | 11 |
Lee Central got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Chuck Harry out in front who went 10 of 15 en route to 21 points and five rebounds. Those 21 points gave Harry a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Sinatra Rembert, who posted 16 points.
Lee Central smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in four consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, McBee hadn't done well against Central recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. McBee came out on top against Central by a score of 71-61.
Lee Central better focus on containing Hayden Griggs and Jakari Holloman as the pair were huge in McBee's win. Griggs dropped a double-double on 21 points and ten rebounds, while Holloman dropped a double-double on 21 points and ten rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Tyrek Wright, who had 16 points.
Lee Central's record now sits at 4-6. As for McBee, their record is now 8-2.
Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: Lee Central has crashing the boards this season, having averaged 32.5 rebounds per game. However, it's not like McBee struggles in that department as they've been averaging 30.4 boards. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.
Lee Central came up short against McBee in their previous meeting on December 3rd, falling 55-42. Can Lee Central avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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