Lowell has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 27.9 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They had to suffer through a 67-32 loss at the hands of the Munster Mustangs. The Red Devils were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-13.
Lowell's loss came despite strong showings from Elysia Laub and Brooke Dawson. Laub went 5 of 7 en route to 11 points, while Dawson posted five points.
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Even though they lost, Lowell smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive boards. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their offensive rebound total in three consecutive contests.
It was another big night for Nina Garner, who went 14 of 19 on her way to 32 points along with seven rebounds and seven steals for Munster. With that strong performance, Garner is now averaging an impressive 15.9 points per game. The team also got some help courtesy of Igboamaka Odeluga, who went 7 of 9 on her way to 14 points in addition to eight rebounds and four steals.
Lowell's defeat was their first in the conference, dropping their conference record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 8-2. As for Munster, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lowell will take on Kouts in a holiday battle at at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Lowell's defense has only allowed 27.9 points per game this season, so Kouts' offense will have their work cut out for them. Munster and Illiana Christian will compete for holiday cheer at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Munster will be looking to extend their current three-game winning streak.
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