The D.H. Conley Vikings's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their seventh straight loss. They received a tough blow as they fell 61-47 to Northern Nash. While losing is never fun, D.H. Conley can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 374th, while Northern Nash is ranked 165th).
It was another big night for Izeal Mallory II, who scored 20 points along with five rebounds and five steals for Northern Nash. Mallory II has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last six times he's played. Randall King was another key contributor, scoring 15 points along with five steals.
D.H. Conley has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost eight of their last ten matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-12 record this season. As for Northern Nash, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 11-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. D.H. Conley will take on Jacksonville at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Northern Nash, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Bunn at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Bunn is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
