It may have taken double overtime to finish the job, but Natchez ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They skirted past the Provine Rams 62-59. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Bulldogs have posted since February 2, 2024.
| 01/24/25 @ Provine | 34 |
| 01/07/25 vs Provine | 19 |
| 01/03/25 @ Florence | 32 |
| 12/28/24 @ Oak Grove | 29 |
| 12/27/24 @ Jefferson Davis County | 26 |
Natchez's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Daylan Haywood, who went 6 of 9 from beyond the arc en route to 34 points and three steals. The game was Haywood's fifth in a row with at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of William Johnson, who went 7 for 15 on his way to 19 points in addition to six boards and three steals.
Natchez moved to 14-8 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Provine, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Natchez wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 67-42 defeat against Florence on the 25th. As for Provine, they will venture away from home to challenge South Jones at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in South Jones' favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five games.
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