The Mt. Vernon Wildcats were handed a three-point defeat in their last contest, but they sure didn't let that happen against the Tecumseh Braves on Tuesday. Mt. Vernon was the clear victor by a 79-53 margin over Tecumseh. Given Mt. Vernon's advantage in MaxPreps' Indiana basketball rankings (they are ranked 186th, while Tecumseh is ranked 377th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Nicot Burnett was his usual excellent self, going 9 for 13 from beyond the arc en route to 29 points and 0 assists. As a matter of fact, that's the most points he has scored all season. Another player making a difference was Jackson Clowers, who scored 14 points along with six rebounds and four steals.
Mt. Vernon now has a winning record of 12-11. As for Tecumseh, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 14 of their last 15 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-16 record this season.
Mt. Vernon will be playing at home against South Spencer at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Mt. Vernon is facing South Spencer at the right time seeing as South Spencer is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Tecumseh, they will head out on the road to take on Princeton at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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