Laurens was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They fell 55-46 to the High Point Academy Grizzlies. The Raiders were not able to make up for their defeat to the Grizzlies from their previous meeting back in January of 2023.

Z Zakarion Simpson
| 11/25/25 vs High Point Academy | 18 |
| 11/24/25 vs Mauldin | 13 |
| 11/23/25 @ Eastside | 17 |
| 11/22/25 vs J.L. Mann | 16 |
| 02/17/25 vs Berea | 8 |
Laurens' loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Z Zakarion Simpson, who posted six points in addition to 18 boards and five blocks. Simpson has been hot, having posted eight or more rebounds the last five times he's played. Another player making a difference was Q Quinton Watts, who almost dropped a double-double with 12 points and nine boards.
Laurens' defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for High Point Academy, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
Laurens has already played their next contest, a 76-43 victory against Spartanburg Christian Academy on the 26th. As for High Point Academy, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 66-58 loss against Spartanburg on the 26th.
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