Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 29.67 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They came up short against the University Tigers, falling 61-40. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Phoenix this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 45-33 back in January.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead University to victory, but perhaps none more so than Edniya White, who went 9 of 14 to rack up 26 points in addition to five rebounds and five steals. White's evening made it three games in a row in which she has scored at least 17 points. Kalina Lambert was another key player, going 8 for 16 en route to 21 points and five boards.
Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering's defeat dropped their record down to 14-4. As for University, they pushed their record up to 18-4 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home.
Looking ahead, Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering will face off against Middle College at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Middle College will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering surely won't give up without a fight. University does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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