Anson typically has all the answers at home, but on Tuesday Monroe proved too difficult a challenge. They strolled past the Anson Bearcats with points to spare, taking the game 57-42. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 52-49 back in January.
Monroe got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Bryson Simpkins out in front who went 8 for 14 on his way to 22 points and five boards. Jysen Shepherd was another key player, going 5 of 8 en route to 13 points.
When it comes to explaining why Anson lost, don't look at Jayden Little. Despite the final result, he went 9 for 18 on his way to 24 points in addition to five rebounds and four steals. The matchup was Little's 13th in a row with at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Taviane Robinson, who posted six points along with nine boards and six assists.
Monroe's record is now 8-2. As for Anson, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 13-7.
Monroe won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Parkwood at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. One thing working in Monroe's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last three games. As for Anson, a feisty cat fight is on tap when the Anson Bearcats take on the Piedmont Panthers at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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