Lanier Christian Academy lost against Lakeview Academy back in January and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Lightning fell 79-74 to the Lions. While the Lightning didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Lions 23-18 in the first quarter.
When it comes to explaining why Lanier Christian Academy lost, don't look at Mekhi Barber. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double with 39 points and ten steals. That was a full 52.7% of the Lightning's points, marking the seventh time in a row Barber has posted more than a third of the team's points. Micah Crozier also deserves some recognition as he posted his first assist of the season.
Lanier Christian Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Lakeview Academy, they pushed their record up to 4-0 with the win, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lanier Christian Academy won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against St. John Bosco Academy at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Lanier Christian Academy will need to watch out since St. John Bosco Academy has now posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season. As for Lakeview Academy, they will square off against Riverside Military Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Lions will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 71.4 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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