Oxford proved they can win big on Tuesday (they won by 45) but on Wednesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They skirted past the Lanett Panthers 45-42.
Jaslyn Montgomery continued her habit of posting crazy stat lines, dropping a double-double on 15 points and 11 rebounds. Ava Thomas was another key player, earning eight points along with ten rebounds.
Oxford smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in seven consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Lanett still got an impressive performance from Armani Langdon, who went 5 for 11 en route to 15 points. What's more, Langdon also posted a 60% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest she's posted since back in January. Another player making a difference was Nakerionna Heard, who had six points along with five rebounds and three steals.
The win got Oxford back to even at 3-3. As for Lanett, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
Oxford will venture away from home to square off against Central of Clay County at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lanett, they will welcome East Coweta at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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