Elkhart extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 5-7. They were dealt a 90-45 loss at the hands of the Michigan City Wolves. While losing is never fun, the Lions can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Indiana basketball rankings (they are ranked 109th, while the Wolves are ranked 35th).
As for Michigan City, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-5. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Leading Michigan City to victory were Azarion Lemons and Isaiah Smoot. Lemons dropped a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Smoot went 6-for-12 to rack up 17 points along with seven steals and five assists. Lemons has become a key player for the Wolves: the team is undefeated when he posts at least eight boards, but 4-5 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Brian Jackson, who posted 11 points.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Elkhart will face off against South Bend Adams at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Lions will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 53 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Michigan City, they will take on La Porte at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wolves will need to watch out since the Slicers have now posted at least 55 points in their last four matchups.
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