West Lincoln extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 2-21. They came up short against the Burns Bulldogs, falling 83-62. While losing is never fun, the Rebels can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 637th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 276th).
Despite the loss, West Lincoln still got an impressive performance from Kaeden Steele, who posted 13 points in addition to seven assists and six rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Solomon Robinson, who went 5-for-9 to rack up 15 points.
As for Burns, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-8 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven contests by 21 points or more this season.
Zavion Stroud was nothing short of spectacular: he earned 20 points along with five boards and four steals. What's more, he posted three blocks, the most he's had since back in December of 2025. Another player making a difference was Jadon Beam, who scored 14 points in addition to five rebounds and three blocks.
Coincidentally, West Lincoln and Burns will both be playing Lincolnton the next time they take the court. The Bulldogs will head out to face the Wolves at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Rebels will host them at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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