Independent was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They were dealt a 65-38 defeat at the hands of the Belle Plaine Dragons. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Dragons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Belle Plaine was led to victory by Tristan Wasser and Ryder Slack. Wasser went 7-for-14 en route to 19 points, while Slack posted ten points in addition to five boards and three steals. Slack has become a key player for Belle Plaine: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least three steals, but 2-13 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Hayden Whitley, who scored eight points.
Independent's defeat dropped their record down to 0-14-1. As for Belle Plaine, their record now sits at 4-14.
Looking ahead, Independent will challenge Trinity Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Belle Plaine, they will face off against Kingman at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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