The Research Triangle Raptors were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Thursday as they fell 91-85 to the American Leadership Academy-Johnston Patriots. The Raptors were up 72-57 in the third quarter but couldn't hold on to the lead.
When it comes to explaining why Research Triangle lost, don't look at Zain Abdelbaky. Despite the final result, he posted 34 points. Another player making a difference was Sam Griffith, who put up 21 points.
Research Triangle's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for American Leadership Academy-Johnston, their victory bumped their record up to 2-0.
Research Triangle has already played their next game, a 53-49 win against Falls Lake on the 24th. As for American Leadership Academy-Johnston, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 62-56 loss against East Wake Academy on the 24th.
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