Knowledge Academies had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 17.5 points), and they went ahead and made it three on Tuesday. They blew past Merrol Hyde Magnet 64-35 at home. That 29 point margin sets a new team best for Knowledge Academies this season.
Despite the defeat, Merrol Hyde Magnet had strong showings from Pierce Cook, who scored eight points, and Tucker Smith, who scored ten points. Smith continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played.
Merrol Hyde Magnet struggled to work together and finished the game with only an assist. They are winless (0-3) when they just don't pass the ball.
Knowledge Academies has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 12-12 record this season. As for Merrol Hyde Magnet, they dropped their record down to 4-14 with that loss, which was their third straight on the road.
Knowledge Academies will face off against the Red Devils at 6:00 a.m. on Friday. As for Merrol Hyde Magnet, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against the Warriors at 6:30 p.m. Nashville Central Christian is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'.
