Harlem was the 64-56 winner over Freeport when they last played one another back in December of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Harlem Huskies fell 54-45 to the Freeport Pretzels on Wednesday.
Matthew Saunders
| 02/19/25 vs Freeport | 100% |
| 02/18/25 @ Dixon | 60% |
| 02/14/25 vs Jefferson | 46% |
| 02/07/25 @ Rockford East | 75% |
| 02/05/25 vs Hononegah | 50% |
| 02/03/25 vs Stillman Valley | 71% |
When it comes to explaining why Harlem lost, don't look at Matthew Saunders. Despite the final result, he went 7-for-8 to rack up 20 points. Saunders is also on a roll when it comes to three-point shooting accuracy, as he's posted one of at least 46% in the last six games he's played. Mateo Perera was another key player, putting up ten points.
Even though they lost, Harlem smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in five consecutive contests.
Freeport's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kazion Morehead, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and ten boards. Another player making a difference was Deklyn Rustad, who went 5-for-11 en route to 15 points.
Harlem has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-19 record this season. Those losses can't be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 59.0 points over those games. Freeport's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 14-18.
Harlem didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 66-46 loss against Guilford on the 20th. Freeport does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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