Salina Central was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. The matchup between the Mustangs and the Manhattan Indians didn't end well, with the Mustangs falling 75-59. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Indians apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
Greyson Jones
| 12/09/25 @ Manhattan | 57% |
| 12/06/25 @ Blue Valley Northwest | 57% |
| 12/05/25 @ Hays | 56% |
| 12/04/25 vs Hugoton | 73% |
| 03/05/25 @ Andover | 67% |
| + 3 more games |
When it comes to explaining why Salina Central lost, don't look at Greyson Jones. Despite the final result, he went 8-for-14 on his way to 18 points in addition to seven boards and four blocks. Jones is also on a roll when it comes to shooting accuracy, as he's posted one of at least 50% in the last eight games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Kaeden Nienke, who shot 46% from the field en route to 15 points.
Salina Central's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Manhattan, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 3-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salina Central will welcome South at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Manhattan, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Dodge City at 7:30 p.m.
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