It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but the FAMU DRS Baby Rattlers had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Lions 83-46 on the road. The win was a breath of fresh air for FAMU DRS as it put an end to their 14-game losing streak.
Leading FAMU DRS to victory were Fred Ervin and Eric Turral. Ervin scored 16 points along with eight rebounds, while Turral scored 18 points along with five rebounds and four steals. Turral hasn't dropped below two steals for three straight games. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaydence Triggs, who scored nine points along with seven rebounds and three steals.
Despite the loss, L.E.A.D. Academy had strong showings from Evan Lanasa, who scored 11 points along with three steals, and Kendrick Williamson, who scored 19 points. Jase Peaden was another key contributor, scoring five points.
L.E.A.D. Academy struggled to get the ball back on offense and finished the game with only four offensive rebounds. They were crushed by their opponents in that department as FAMU DRS pulled down 22 offensive rebounds.
FAMU DRS's victory bumped their record up to 3-21. As for L.E.A.D. Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-18.
FAMU DRS is on the road again on Thursday and plays Munroe at 6:00 p.m. on February 8th. Munroe has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 361 points over their last five matchups. L.E.A.D. Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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