There's no place like home for Magnolia Science Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They were the clear victor by a 60-35 margin over the Bethel Baptist Warriors on Tuesday. The Pirates have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three games by 25 points or more this season.
Magnolia Science Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Devin Gonzales, who posted 14 points along with six rebounds and three steals. Gonzales is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last four games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Tobi Bamidele, who earned 13 points and five rebounds.

Pirates
12/10/24 vs Bethel Baptist | 60-35 |
12/04/24 vs Magnolia Science Academy 5 | 57-18 |
02/06/24 vs Southwestern Academy | 58-54 |
01/26/24 vs Vista Meridian | 40-27 |
01/16/24 vs Liberty Christian | 61-37 |
01/12/24 vs Orange County Christian | 1-0 |
Magnolia Science Academy pushed their record up to 5-2 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 28.5 points per game. As for Bethel Baptist, they are on a 14-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Coincidentally, Magnolia Science Academy and Bethel Baptist will both be playing NOVA Academy the next time they take the court. Bethel Baptist will host NOVA Academy at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, while Magnolia Science Academy will head out to face them at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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