The Independence Patriots scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Friday. They took their game at home with ease, bagging a 85-24 win over Garinger. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Independence has managed all season.
Independence's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Nick Barnes, who scored 18 points along with three steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Barnes has scored all season. Another player making a difference was Zion Bosley-Slade, who scored 15 points along with two steals.
Independence has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 14 games, which provided a nice bump to their 15-5 record this season. As for Garinger, they dropped their record down to 1-18 with that loss, which was their 22nd straight on the road dating back to last season.
Independence will face off against the Panthers at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Providence will have to bring their A-game into this one, as they are staring down a pretty big deficit in the MaxPreps North Carolina Rankings (they are ranked 299th, while the Patriots are ranked 51st). As for Garinger, they will be playing in front of their home fans against the Cougars at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
