Promise Prepatory Academy dropped to 5-2 on Thursday, ending the team's four-game streak of wins on the road dating back to last season. They took a 69-65 hit to the loss column at the hands of the HALO Wolfpack. While the Knights didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Wolfpack 21-16 in the first quarter.
As for HALO, their win bumped their record up to 3-4. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Kenneth Haynes was his usual excellent self, dropping a double-double with 27 points and 20 boards. He has been hot for a while, having posted nine or more rebounds the last 34 times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason Dukes, who shot 45% from the field on his way to 14 points in addition to five boards and three steals.
Looking ahead, after both having extra time off, Promise Prepatory Academy and Genesis Academy will shake off the cobwebs and hit the court against one another at 6:15 p.m. on December 2. The Knights will need to watch out since the Genesis have now posted at least 55 points in their last three matchups. As for HALO, they will face off against Peachtree Academy at 7:30 p.m. on December 2.
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