Druid Hills unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the M.L. King Lions on Saturday, falling 72-7. The Red Devils lost against the Lions in their previous head to head back in February of 2016, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 52-33 score last time.
M.L. King's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Zya Taylor, who posted 20 points along with six rebounds and five steals. Those five steals gave Taylor a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of London Hardy, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and 12 boards.
M.L. King has started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Coming up, Druid Hills will be playing at home against Marist at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for M.L. King, they will venture away from home to challenge Banneker at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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