Lawrence was the 62-60 winner over Shawnee Mission South when they last played one another back in February of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Lawrence Lions were outmatched by the Shawnee Mission South Raiders and fell 74-37. While losing is never fun, the Lions can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Kansas basketball rankings (they are ranked 112th, while the Raiders are ranked second).
Lawrence has also been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 5-10 record this season. As for Shawnee Mission South, their win bumped their record up to 14-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lawrence will welcome Olathe Northwest at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Shawnee Mission South, they will host Lawrence Free State on Friday. Shawnee Mission South has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
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