Purvis took care of business in their home opener on Thursday. They enjoyed a cozy 71-54 win over the Collins Tigers. For the Tornadoes, this counts as revenge for the 66-63 victory the Tigers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in January.
Purvis' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Beni Raanes, who dropped a double-double on 19 points and ten rebounds. What's more, Raanes also racked up four offensive rebounds, the most he's had since back in November of 2023. Tashaun Gray was another key player, going 7 for 14 en route to 18 points plus seven steals.
Purvis smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 23 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in 11 consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Collins is on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Purvis will square off against Northeast Jones at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Collins, they will be defending their home-court for the first time this season they go up against West Jones at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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