Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Monroe couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They took a 50-36 bruising from the Reidsville Rams on Tuesday. The game marked the Redhawks' lowest-scoring match so far this season.
When it comes to explaining why Monroe lost, don't look at Jamari Clark. Despite the final result, he posted 14 points. Another player making a difference was Bryson Simpkins, who scored eight points.
Dionte Neal was his usual excellent self, going 6-for-12 to rack up 15 points in addition to eight assists and four steals for Reidsville. Neal is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 57 games he's played dating back to last season. Johnniyus Sharpe was another key player, shooting 46% from the field en route to 14 points along with five assists and three steals.
Monroe's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 16-4. As for Reidsville, the win keeps them at an undefeated 28-0.
Monroe does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Reidsville, they have already played their next contest, a 77-69 victory against Salisbury on the 7th.
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