
Wildcats
01/29/25 vs West Lincoln | 84 |
01/07/25 @ West Lincoln | 48 |
01/03/25 vs Amite County | 48 |
01/10/25 @ Loyd Star | 46 |
01/28/25 vs Loyd Star | 43 |
Wilkinson County had to endure an 18-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the West Lincoln Bears by a score of 84-71 on Wednesday. The Wildcats' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Wilkinson County got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was JaNorris Anthony out in front who went 6 for 9 on his way to 21 points along with eight rebounds and five assists. Darien Tolliver was another key player, dropping a double-double on 18 points and 12 boards.
Wilkinson County smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 19 offensive boards. That's a new trend for them: they were averaging 2 offensive rebounds per game earlier this season, but in their last 15 matchups they've averaged 10.9.
Wilkinson County's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-15. As for West Lincoln, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last ten contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-15 record this season.
Wilkinson County has already played their next game, a 65-64 win against West Lincoln on the 3rd. As for West Lincoln, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next match, a 47-42 loss against Amite County on the 31st.
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