Southern Nash was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were two points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 52-50 heartbreaker at the hands of the Franklinton Red Rams. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Firebirds have suffered against the Red Rams since February 11, 2022.
| 01/30/25 vs Franklinton | 10 |
| 01/28/25 @ Roanoke Rapids | 8 |
| 01/27/25 @ Rocky Mount | 11 |
| 01/24/25 vs Nash Central | 12 |
| 01/08/25 vs Bunn | 12 |
| 12/28/24 @ Beddingfield | 14 |
Despite the loss, Southern Nash still got an impressive performance from George Richardson, who dropped a double-double on 17 points and ten boards. Richardson is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last six games he's played. Another player making a difference was Kwamaine Battle, who posted ten points and three steals.
Even though they lost, Southern Nash smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive boards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Franklinton only pulled down nine offensive rebounds.
Franklinton's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kirby Ransom, who had 18 points along with five boards and three blocks. The team also got some help courtesy of Zymir Lipscomb, who earned 15 points and five rebounds.
Southern Nash's loss dropped their record down to 6-8. As for Franklinton, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 9-9.
Coincidentally, both will both be playing Bunn the next time they take the court. Franklinton will head out to face Bunn at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, while Southern Nash will head out to face them at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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