The Lanier Christian Academy Lightning will head out on the road to face off against the Trinity Prep Lions at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Lanier Christian Academy's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last 20 matchups.
Lanier Christian Academy is headed into the contest after thoroughly thrashing Killian Hill Christian: they outscored them in every quarter. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that Lanier Christian Academy blew Killian Hill Christian out of the water with a 67-21 final score. The Lightning have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine games by 25 points or more this season.
01/28/25 vs Killian Hill Christian | 4 |
01/09/25 @ Peachtree Academy | 3 |
12/03/24 @ Killian Hill Christian | 3 |
11/19/24 vs Trinity Prep | 2 |
01/27/25 @ Scholars Guild Academy | 1 |
Lanier Christian Academy found their leader in sophomore Nolan Roberts, who went 8 for 15 en route to 20 points and four steals. The dominant performance gave Roberts a new career-high in steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Mekhi Barber, who posted six points in addition to six assists and six rebounds.
Lanier Christian Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in nine consecutive matches.
Meanwhile, Trinity Prep earned a 49-39 victory over Faith Christian Academy on Tuesday.
Lanier Christian Academy's win was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 17-4. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 78.3 points per game. As for Trinity Prep, their victory bumped their record up to 11-9.
Everything came up roses for Lanier Christian Academy against Trinity Prep in their previous meeting back in November of 2024, as the squad secured a 101-47 win. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was Trinity Prep's Beau Blocker, who made all 5 shots he took to post 19 points. Now that he's got a second chance to win this matchup, will Lanier Christian Academy still be able to contain Blocker? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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