Rolesville and New Hanover squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but Rolesville had to settle for second. They lost 68-47 to the New Hanover Wildcats. While losing is never fun, the Rams can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 209th in North Carolina, while the Wildcats are ranked 12th in North Carolina).
Rolesville's loss came despite strong showings from Cannon Marshall and Anthony Roberts, Jr. Marshall posted seven points and six boards, while Roberts, Jr went 5-for-12 en route to 12 points and seven rebounds. Another player making a difference was Caiden Jenkins, who earned six points.
New Hanover's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Nolan Billings, who dropped a double-double with 16 points and 17 rebounds. Those 17 boards gave Billings a new career-high. Kellum Brown was another key player, dropping a double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds.
Rolesville has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-15 record this season. The victory (which was New Hanover's 22nd in a row) raised their record to 26-2.
Rolesville does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for New Hanover, they will be playing at home against Heritage at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (New Hanover has won ten straight at home, while Heritage won three straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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