GEO Next Generation had to kick off their season on the road on Monday, but they showed no ill effects. They blew past the Independence Tigers 59-37.
Anderson Smith was nothing short of spectacular: he dropped a double-double on 19 points and 14 rebounds. What's more, he also posted a 64% field goal percentage, which is the highest he's posted since back in November of 2023. Another player making a difference was Jerren Pugh, who earned 18 points.
GEO Next Generation smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in ten consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Independence saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Haymann Milton had 18 points. Jayden Anderson was another key player, scoring six points.
GEO Next Generation has already played their next game, a 78-29 victory against False River on the 20th. As for Independence, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 75-52 defeat against Denham Springs on the 20th.
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