The Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering Phoenix will take on the University Tigers at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering will be looking to extend their current ten-game winning streak.
On Wednesday, Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering got the win against Hamilton by a conclusive 67-43. The Phoenix have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won eight matches by 24 points or more this season.
Meanwhile, University unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Tuesday. They took a 64-51 hit to the loss column at the hands of Booker T. Washington. While the Tigers didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Warriors 14-9 in the first quarter.
Despite the defeat, University saw an underclassman step up: sophomore LaTrevius Gant posted 20 points in addition to six boards and three steals. Gant is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last seven games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Michael Serino, who had seven points and seven steals.
Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering pushed their record up to 11-1 with the victory, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 34.5 points. As for University, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 7-6.
Everything came up roses for Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering against University in their previous meeting back in February of 2024, as the squad secured a 73-24 win. Does Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering have another victory up their sleeve, or will University turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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