Payson entered their tilt with Timpanogos on Tuesday with seven consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with eight. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Timpanogos Timberwolves 62-21. Given the Lions' advantage in MaxPreps' Utah basketball rankings (they are ranked sixth, while the Timberwolves are ranked 89th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Payson's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Emmy Hales, who went 7 for 8 on her way to 18 points along with five rebounds and four steals. Hales has been hot, having posted two or more steals the last five times she's played. Avery Roundy was another key player, putting up 12 points in addition to seven boards and five assists.
Lions
| 01/14/25 @ Timpanogos | 62-21 |
| 01/10/25 @ Provo | 67-41 |
| 01/07/25 @ Orem | 66-24 |
| 12/31/24 @ Brighton | 47-44 |
| 12/16/24 @ Salem Hills | 46-40 |
| + 8 more games |
Payson pushed their record up to 13-1 with the win, which was their 13th straight on the road dating back to last season. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 56.0 points per game. As for Timpanogos, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Payson will host Mountain View at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. Mountain View will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Payson surely won't give up without a fight. As for Timpanogos, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Uintah at 5:15 p.m.
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